5,874+ places we'd actually send our friends to. Days planned around how you really travel.
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Found the same way you’d find them if you lived here: word of mouth, wandering, and years on the ground.
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Editor's Picks
Places that stay with you
Backstreet temples. Neighborhood staples. Places worth the detour.
What's in season
Cherry blossoms and fresh starts
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What you get
Every day, routed and timed
Routed Days
Activities ordered by geography and transit. No backtracking.
Transit Directions
Station names, line numbers, transfer points. Step by step.
Seasonal Fit
Cherry blossom timing, rainy season, festival crowds. Your dates shape what we suggest.
Smart Tips
IC card reminders on Day 1. Luggage forwarding before long rides.
Day Trip Ideas
Locations outside your route, scored and ready to swap in.
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Travel Guides
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Local insights, seasonal tips, and curated itineraries to help you plan a trip that goes beyond the surface.
Ask Koku
Questions? We know Japan. Ask anything.
Best ramen near Shinjuku station?
Fuunji, 3-minute walk from the south exit. Get the tsukemen.
Day trip from Osaka worth taking?
Nara. 45 minutes by train, deer park, Todai-ji.
Cherry blossoms in Hokkaido?
Early to mid-May. About a month after Tokyo peaks.
IC card or buy tickets?
IC card. Works on trains, buses, and convenience stores.
How much cash should I carry?
Keep 5,000-10,000 yen for small shops. Most places take cards.
Is the JR Pass worth it?
Prices went up in 2023. Run the numbers for your specific route. Often still worth it for longer trips across multiple cities.
Best onsen near Tokyo?
Hakone. 90 minutes by Romancecar. Book a ryokan with a private bath.
Can I adjust the pace mid-trip?
Yes. Tap any day and tell us it's too busy or too light. We rebalance.
Your Japan is waiting
Tell us your dates. We’ll build the days, route the trains, and find the right places along the way.