Japan is an electric metropolis, packed with shiny skyscrapers, neon-laced streets, endless entertainment and quirky shopping. Yet it’s also tranquil and serene – think Mount Fuji’s iconic peak, the blush of cherry blossom, ancient temples with moss-covered gardens, tea houses with steaming cups of matcha. It all makes for a heady, enticing mix. A holiday with a bit of everything.
City thrills in Tokyo
The geographical heart of Japan’s vibrant capital is the grounds of the Imperial Palace. But in every other sense, the city’s centre is the Shinjuku district. After-dark bars in Kabukichō, cavernous department stores, thousands of eateries serving sizzling pancakes or inexpensive sushi. In the evening I wander through the maze-like
