Some of Japan's best festivals take place this month — and they're mostly free!
Some of Japan's best festivals take place this month — and they're mostly free!
Visit the Upopoy National Ainu Museum, Lake Akan and more.
Kyoto, Osaka and Hiroshima form the golden trio—all within easy reach of each other, all with their own highlights. But which is best to visit when time is limited?
Dinosaur performances, fireworks, drones, projection mapping—and Hatsune Miku, of course.
Get ready for colorful nights, culinary delights — and much more.
Giant battling kites, a thousand-samurai march, and more.
If Osaka is the kitchen of Japan, Dōtonbori is the chef's table.
From temples to riversides, geisha districts — and more.
Castle grounds, sprawling parks — and somewhere extra special.
The best local sights, bites, and experiences.
Plum and cherry blossoms, the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka — and more!
Updated with the latest ticketing tips.
Which is actually better — online, or in the line?
Winter wonderlands and rituals to chase away pesky demons.