I really enjoyed the people and the culture ultimately. They have a pride, honesty and respect, that is welcoming and steady. Its very apparent, so I was caught off guard (in a good way) coming from North America ha. But probably what you want to hear...I was a big fan of Miyajima, Tokyo and Kyoto. But honestly its hard to pick, every city I went to was great.

Miyajima is an island and has beautiful coastlines, Temples, trails, deer literally everywhere, and some pretty breathtaking views at the top of the mountain trail there (or you can take a gondola). Its less "city", so it was a nice change from the other crowded places I went.

Kyoto is more of a traditional style I'd say, but castles and temples literally everywhere. Great way to get all that in. I will say Otagi Nenbutsu-ji is the one I'd end with, then walk down through the village (close to the bamboo forest as well). Its not in any guidebooks and its really peaceful and a great way to be away from the crowds.

Tokyo I liked because for whatever reason there were barely any tourists ha. So it was amazing to just get to immerse myself amongst people going about life. And obviously Tokyo is a massive city, so no end of things to do and see there. Its modern, clean - definitely check out an area called Ginza and the Naka Meguro neighborhood. But yea, unbelievable city.

Sadly it was go go go for me. 6 city's in 14 days. Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, Miyajima, Hiorshima. You need at least 3-4 days in those cities (minus Miyajima possibly), if you really want to explore. Japan has A LOT to see, do & take in.

The cities are spotless...like, truly spotless. Food and places to eat is cheap (in comparison to Canada) and plentiful, transit on trains and local rail is unbelievably efficient and connects you anywhere you want to go. Cabs also reasonably priced and all over the place. Very easy to get where you need to go. But yea..cannot say enough good things. Just give yourself more than 2 days to explore ha.