If you are a hardened skier or snowboarder, then you will know of the legendary status that Niseko holds worldwide for its epic powder snow and consistently heavy snowfall. If you are a beginner or first-time skier or snowboarder, Niseko’s famously fluffy powder snow makes life much easier (and less painful) for you or your family. […]
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COVID19 – Japan Travel Advisory
COVID19 – Japan Travel Advice (May 27, 2020) Japan has been in a State of Emergency due to Covid-19 since April 16th. On Monday May 25th, Japan’s Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, lifted all State of Emergency calls across all 47 prefectures, with plans to reopen social and economic activities in phases. A total of 233,399 […]
Japan Travel Seminar 29.02.2020
If you are on our guest list to attend our Japan Travel Seminar, details of venue and times can be viewed here. Registration starts at 13:00. Closes at 15:30 . VENUE: Wood Quay Venue at Dublin Civic Offices, Block 3 Floor 3, Civic Offices, Wood Quay, Dublin 8 (MAP & PARKING) Travel Tip: There is […]
Coronavirus (COVID-19): An update for our clients
We understand there may be concern about the Coronavirus (COVID-19). We would like to take this opportunity to update our clients on the situation in Japan. Our team in Dublin, London & Tokyo are monitoring the situation carefully to ensure our clients are not at physical or financial risk. Our number one priority is the […]
Free Japan Rail Pass Upgrade
To celebrate the festive season, we are offering a complimentary Japan Rail Pass upgrade to anyone who books their tour with us by January 31st! An upgrade to the Green Pass will grant you access to the Green car; the most comfortable and spacious seating area on Japan’s First Class shinkansens! Explore Japan in style […]
We’re Hiring!
August 2018 1. Japan Travel Consultants & Marketing Executives (Dublin & London) Unique Japan Tours are currently recruiting for a number of positions. All positions will have an element of sales involved (selling Travel Packages/Holidays to Japan). If you have any three of the skills below then you are eligible to apply: Spent at least […]
Your next ski trip: French Alps or Japanese Alps?
The below head-to-head battle pits the best snow resorts in Europe VS the best in Japan to see which will become your next first choice snow holiday destination! ROUND 1: Number of Ski Resorts Think of Japan and mountains covered in powder snow might not be the first thing that comes to mind. However, thanks […]
TOP 5 UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITES IN JAPAN
Japan’s incredibly rich cultural heritage and unique natural beauty is reflected in the fact that the country boasts 20 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. These are located right throughout the country, from the wild beauty of the remote Shiretoko Peninsula in the north to the ancient Ryukyu Kingdom sites in Okinawa in the south. While each […]
TOP 5 THINGS TO TRY IN JAPAN
There’s a huge range of unique and amazing things to do in Japan. We’ve drawn up a list of the top 5 things you should try on your visit to this fascinating country. 1. Experience the Tea Ceremony with a Geisha The Japanese Tea Ceremony or Chado is an ancient tradition that involves the […]
TOP 6 MUST-SEE ATTRACTIONS IN KYOTO, CULTURAL HEART OF JAPAN
With a rich array of pristinely preserved castles, temples, shrines and tea houses, the ancient city of Kyoto is widely regarded as the cultural heart of Japan. For over a millennium, from 794 until 1868, Kyoto was the capital of Japan and seat of the Emperor. Kyoto was, in fact, spared the destruction that befell […]