The blooms are fashionably late. Here's when to see sakura in all the major cities.
Castle grounds, sprawling parks — and somewhere extra special.
From temples to riversides, geisha districts — and more.
Explore the shiny new stop on the Hokuriku Shinkansen — an easy trip from Tokyo.
Riverside paths, real castle moats, pagodas and more.
Now with the Valley of Witches, and real-life cat buses.
Handy information on your travel options between the two cities.
Plum and cherry blossoms, spring festivals, the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka — and more!
The prefecture extends a warm welcome, as part of its efforts to rebuild in the wake of the Noto earthquake.
Winter wonderlands, oyster festivals, and rituals to chase away demons.
A complete guide to the bullet train between Osaka and Fukuoka, including stops, services & discounts.
Kick off the new year with fire festivals, water festivals, and even festivals featuring ogres!
Winter in Japan is so much more than just the Sapporo Snow Festival (but check that out, too).
Head to the old capital for the fanciest festive feels in Kansai.
Neon-lit Osaka will shine even brighter during the holiday season.
Attend traditional festivals, run a marathon & enjoy the illuminations before ringing in the New Year!
Pay a visit and you'll see why the temple's been designated a Place of Scenic Beauty.
With areas like Super Nintendo World, Harry Potter, and Minion Park, it's essential to plan before you go.
Add snow monsters, frozen waterfalls, and steamy hot springs to your itinerary.