Guide: Japan in spring and summer
Your guide to Japan in spring and summer.
The essentials: visiting during the warmer months
Tourists are being tempted to the land of the rising sun, says Stephen Scourfield.
Spring in full bloom
The best places to enjoy the famous cherry blossoms.
Life in full colour
Uncovering the delicate roots of the Japanese culture of flower viewing.
Festivals and focal points
Spring is matsuri time in Tokyo, and Stephen Scourfield has tracked down the major festivities and some of the beautiful, but less busy, parks and gardens.
Big bang starts the season
Summer in Japan means fireworks, surfing and exploring the coast.
Cuisine to suit the season
Stephen Scourfield samples some warm weather specialties.
The clever way to get around
How to make the most of Japan's fast and efficient rail network.