We visited Japan and New Zealand in March and April, 2025. Both countries have great natural beauty, lots of history and culture. Overall we spent 12 days in Japan and 24 days in New Zealand.
Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, TokyoTodaiji Temple, Nara ParkOsaka CastleTogetsukyō Bridge, Arashiyama Park, KyotoLake Saiko and Mt. FujiMt. Cook, from Hooker Valley trail, South Island, NZLake on drive from Mt. Cook to Dunedin, South Island, NZMilford Sound, South Island, NZThree Sisters, with Mt. Taranaki in the distance, North Island, NZWaiotapu Thermal Wonderland, Rotorua, North Island, NZAuckland Botanic Gardens, North Island
The overall experience in both Japan and New Zealand was top class and we thoroughly enjoyed the trip.
My Travels - by Sivamani 