The ultimate guide to Japan travel
Nikko National Park is the perfect getaway from Tokyo's busy streets—especially so in autumn!
A three-day itinerary exploring Japan’s untouched mountain range in the Towada-Hachimantai National Park.
The Nagamachi Samurai District is chock full of museums, preserved homes and ruins showing off the life of the famed …
Kanazawa's tea districts offer old-school vibes and endless exploration opportunities. And keep your eye out for geisha!
Six suggestions for a special start to 2020.
Take a stroll through one of Kyoto's oldest shopping streets, which also happens to be a gourmet destination.
Long-time Japan resident and Cheapo co-founder Greg Lane picks the top 10 castles for visitors.
The world's biggest tug-of-war, shrine festivals, parades, scary mud monsters and more!
Read tips on how to get there and what to look out for.
Explore your options from Okinawa up to Tokyo.
Tasty eats, colorful nights, tradition and pop culture all come together for a fun adventure.
Our guide to Okunoshima, Japan's world-famous "Rabbit Island"
Known for its traditional Meiji-style hot springs and history of pottery, Yamashiro Onsen in Kaga, Ishikawa Prefecture …
The hottest events to catch in Japan this September.
Any visitor to the area will want to follow our Hiroshima guide on what to do, see and eat for a full day of discovery.
Get a taste for Japan's breathtaking and diverse underwater landscapes at Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium—one of the best and …
Wajima City is a small, secluded city with a famous morning market, fine traditional lacquerware, and stunning rice …
A tiny hot spring town with lots of history and manga connections.
The Iya Valley vine bridges are a breathtaking sight, but there's more to explore in the area in the way of traditional …
Experience parts of the temple which are normally off-limits to the public.
Highlights include the Gion Festival in Kyoto and the Tenjin Festival in Osaka—one of Japan's most famous festivals.
Kyoto, Osaka and Hiroshima form the golden trio—all within easy reach of each other, all with their own highlights. But …
