From Europe to Japan: Free Nippon Airways flights to discover Hokkaido, Kyushu, and other hidden gems

Travel beyond Tokyo: up to 2 FREE domestic flights in Japan for tourists arriving from Europe (until January 31, 2026)

If you’re planning a trip to Japan in the coming months, this news might completely reshape your itinerary: for a limited time, ANA + JNTO are offering up to two domestic flights completely free of charge for anyone arriving from Europe or the UK.

What does the offer include?

• By booking an international flight to Japan with ANA between November 24, 2025 and January 31, 2026, you can add two domestic economy-class segments with no extra fare.
• The free domestic flights can be taken at any time — they don’t need to coincide with your international flight dates.
• The only costs you’ll pay are taxes, airport fees, and any eventual surcharges: the flight fare itself is free.

Why now: Japan wants to boost tourism in lesser-visited regions

In recent years, cities like Tokyo and Kyoto have faced growing “overtourism”: too many visitors crowding transport, infrastructure, and local communities.
Yet most travelers say they want to explore greener, quieter, less touristy regions — and still, fewer than 10% actually do.
ANA and JNTO’s idea is simple: use free flights as an incentive to encourage visitors to discover Japan’s “other sides”, shifting part of the tourism flow toward regions, islands, coasts, and mountains — promoting more sustainable, balanced, and authentic travel.

Off-the-beaten-path itinerary ideas

Thanks to this promotion, you can build flexible multi-stop routes: your domestic flights don’t need to depart from the same airport you first landed at, which gives you total freedom.

A few suggestions:

• From the metropolis to nature — after landing in Tokyo, fly to Hokkaido for days of forests, snow, and wide-open landscapes.
• Culture + coasts or islands — after exploring Kyoto or Osaka, head to lesser-visited areas like Kyushu or the southern islands for a mix of tradition and seaside relaxation.
• A road-trip-inspired journey — with two free domestic legs, you can design a personalized route combining major cities, rural towns, and hidden corners of Japan.

Who benefits most — and when to book

This offer is perfect for:

• Travelers departing from Europe or the UK planning a “multi-week” trip to Japan.
• Anyone eager to go beyond the postcard-perfect classics and experience authentic local life in quieter regions.
• Flexible travelers who can adjust dates and times, since free seats are limited and may sell out quickly.

Keep in mind!
The offer applies only when international and domestic flights are booked together. Taxes must be paid, and not all routes are eligible for the free-fare option. As always with promotions, nothing is “automatic”: double-check all details before confirming.

Our recommendation

Use this promotion to create a “mixed” itinerary: start with classic cities like Tokyo or Kyoto, spend a few days exploring, then fly to a different region — perhaps Hokkaido, Kyushu, or one of the lesser-visited islands.
Consider adding a third, unexpected stop: a rural village, a quiet coastline, or a unique local experience.
This way, a standard trip becomes something deeper, richer, and more memorable — while also saving significantly thanks to the free domestic flights.

Stay updated with the latest travel news

Want to be the first to hear about unmissable deals, unique itineraries, and tips to travel better (and often for less)?
Follow us on social media and subscribe to our newsletter: we share regular updates, inspiration, and opportunities you won’t find elsewhere.
Don’t miss what’s coming next — your journey starts here!