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Off The Track Japan is a company dedicated to helping people like you, explore the hidden gems of Japan. Why? Because with an increase of tourism to Japan, we want to encourage people to explore what the beautiful country has to offer! We offer numerous services, from booking services to travel advice - Everything you need to get to Japan and around!
Pre-Departure
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Japanese Foods
Click the icon above to read about 5 must try Japanese dishes you need to try in Japan!
Survival Japanese
Click the icon about to learn some Japanese which will help you survive in Japan!
Frequently Asked Questions
Ever heard some rumors about Japan that you aren't sure if they are true? Click the above icon to find out which ones are true and which aren't!
Spotlight Prefecture
Osaka Prefecture is the most populated prefecture in the Kansai region of Japan. The prefecture is home to nearly 9,000,000 people. Despite this, it’s ranked as the second smallest prefectures in terms of areas. Many tourists will fly into Kansai International Airport, and visit the nearby prefectures of Osaka, such as Kyoto, Nara, and Hyogo.
The capital city of the prefecture, is Osaka City, which is located near the coast, and is home to many world famous attractions, such as the Aquarium which holds a whale shark! Or even Universal Studios Japan!
Takoyaki is a famous street food of Osaka prefecture – it’s the local specialty. For those who don’t know, Takoyaki is a type of food thats in the shape of a ball, and filled with Octopus pieces, and usually some other spices. It’s a must try dish in Osaka!
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Tokyo Tower
Tokyo Tower is Japan’s 2nd tallest structure, standing at 333m tall. Construction began for the Tokyo tower over 60 years ago in 1957 (Completed in 1958).
Kazurabashi Bridge
Kazura Bridge (Kazurabashi Bridge), Tokushima is not the most stable looking bridges around. A real test of faith to walk across this historic bridge
Mt.Kitadake
Mount Kitadake (Kita-dake), Yamanashi Prefecture, is probably one of the most picturesque viewing areas of Mount Fuji.
Matsumoto Castle
Matsumoto Castle, Nagano Prefecture, is one of the most beautiful original castles standing in Japan today. The buildings visible today date back to 1594.
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How To Travel Japan on a Budget
Japan often has a reputation of being an expensive country to visit, but it doesn’t have to be. There are numerous ways you can travel japan on a budget, You just got to know how!