New data released by Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) shows the number of Australians visiting Japan has exceeded pre-pandemic levels for the first time.

Sometimes better known for its bustling cityscapes, it often comes as a surprise when Australians find out that Japan is home to dozens of national parks (34 to be precise).

As the summer holidays fade into the distance, schools return, and life returns to normal, you’ll probably find yourself daydreaming about your next big break. And many Aussies have got their sights on Japan in 2023.

The first Japan Travel Fair will be coming to Sydney from 4-5 February, bringing together 20 expert Japan travel operators and businesses for a special weekend-long event designed to help Japan-bound Sydneysiders plan their next trip to the Land of the Rising Sun.

As Australia’s summer holiday season coincides with the northern hemisphere winter, many Australians find themselves traversing the seasons by travelling to Japan during the country’s coldest months.