The ultimate guide to Japan travel
This cycling route is gaining a reputation for being one of the best cycling routes in the world.
The Shikoku Pilgrimage is one of the most famous pilgrimage routes in Japan. It's a 1,200 kilometer journey that covers 88 temples in the Shikoku region.
Although it is small in size, Shikoku has plenty to keep adventurers exploring, and is a brilliant way to see Japan before it became the busy hub it is today!
Long-time Japan resident and Cheapo co-founder Greg Lane picks the top 10 castles for visitors.
Neon-lit Osaka shines even brighter during the holiday season.
7 top spots in Kyoto — plus 5 day trips to take. With peak viewing times.
Head to the old capital for the fanciest festive feels in Kansai.
Minō Waterfall, the local Champs Élysées, and more await.
Get your fall-leaf fix, wherever you are in Japan. Updated with peak viewing times.
Fire walking, autumn illuminations, the Grand Sumo Tournament — and that's just the start.
How and where to experience one of Japan's most elegant traditions.
Deer, more deer, and Buddha's nostril — Nara is just awesome.
It's happening in Mie, until December.
The world's biggest tug-of-war, shrine festivals, parades, scary mud monsters and a LOT more!
Gear up for adrenaline-pumping fun in the mountains.
How to spend 48 hours off the coast of Niigata.
