The ultimate guide to Japan travel
Find out what life was like in the Osaka of old with a free workshop hosted by the Osaka Museum of Housing and Living. …
Matsumoto is only a few hours away from Tokyo and makes for an excellent weekend getaway. Read on for all the must-dos, …
Nara's Koriyama Castle Town is full of history and the perfect spot to capture cherry and plum blossoms photos.
Hirosaki Castle—one of Japan's most picturesque castle—has made a move from now until 2021.
Small streets lined with samurai houses, traditional potteries and stunning castle ruins make Hagi a wonderful place to …
Seki knives are famous all around the world for their quality and construction. The Hamono "Cutlery" Festival is the …
With winter comes illuminations, and one of the most famous in Japan is Kobe Luminarie, attracting around 3 to 4 …
Once you've sampled the famous puffer fish and risked death (maybe), why not delve into the depths of Shimonoseki's …
Stunning fish markets, aquariums with over 100 types of puffer fish, a history of beautiful temples with tragic …
Yamaguchi prefecture boasts the longest cave in Japan, and it's quite spectacular.
A charming garden with stellar views—no wonder it's one of Nagasaki's most popular attractions!
Read on to find out more about the unfortunate events to befall this off-the-beaten-path site in Kyoto.
Daikakuji in Kyoto is one of those lesser famous temples that has a mysterious appeal tempting you to pay it a visit.
Step back in time at this former Dutch trading post.
The area of Yoshinogari Park was slated for development as an industrial zone for nearby Saga city, but when early …
Summer in Japan has many traditions. One of the most popular traditions is to watch the Japanese High School Baseball …
Some major festivals worth checking out among the many 2016 Japan summer events being held from July to August. Think …
Amanohashidate (or "bridge to the heavens") is considered one of Japan's "Three Great Views".
Dazaifu Tenmangu is a stunnning Shinto Shrine just outside Fukuoka in southern Japan, shown in its full glory here …
From the ten-yen coin to the Tale of Genji, Uji's temples are known throughout Japan.
One of the functions of festivals around the world is to give participants a release from the restraints of their daily …
Suntory's Yamazaki Distillery no longer gives free tours and whisky tastings. So is it still worth visiting?
Stunning video from OH!MATSURI captures the the breathtaking atmosphere of Nagano's Onbashira festival—held once every …
Kyoto is known for its temples and shrines. But with entrance fees, temple-hopping adds up. What's the cheapo way to go …