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● TEMPLES LINE

Sacred Japan

Thousands of temples and shrines across the country, from mountaintop monasteries to neighborhood sanctuaries.

↳ Kyoto · Nara · Nikko · Koya
● FOOD LINE

Eat Like a Local

From Michelin-starred kaiseki to standing ramen bars. Every restaurant on JapanPass has been visited in person.

↳ Tokyo · Osaka · Fukuoka
● NATURE LINE

Beyond the Cities

Alpine ski resorts, volcanic hot springs, flower fields, and national parks spanning from Okinawa to Hokkaido.

↳ Hokkaido · Nagano · Okinawa
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Where to Stay

Forbes-rated luxury, traditional ryokan, and boutique stays. Curated by someone who has been to each one.

↳ Ryokan · Hotels · Capsule
WHY

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Verified in Person

Every listing, hotel, and restaurant has been personally visited. No paid placements. No algorithms deciding what you see.

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Local Guides

GuidePass™ connects you with verified independent local guides who live in the places you visit. Launching across Japan soon.

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All of Japan

Not just Tokyo and Kyoto. From Okinawa's beaches to Hokkaido's powder snow, our directory covers the entire country.

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Built by people who live here. Not a corporation optimizing ad revenue. Honest recommendations from real experience.

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