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.
Think cool castle towns, hiking trails, boat rides and more.
The summer heat in Kansai remains well into September—here are 5 escapes to help you cool off.
City heat getting you down? Fly south for a dip in the cool, cool seas around Okinawa
Kanazawa is surrounded by unique towns and onsen escapes.
Add some of these unique and unusual museums to spice up your itinerary.
As the castle recovers from a devastating fire, about 80% of the castle park remains open and ready to welcome to visitors
Join in the battle at the world's biggest tug-of-war in Naha, Okinawa
Read our tried and tested hacks.
A small town with traditional charm that puts a modern twist on Japan's hot spring culture.
Awazu Onsen is home to one of the world's oldest hotels, cave-carved temples and a fun local crafts scene.
From sweets molding to fabric dyeing to porcelain painting—there are plenty of unique Kanazawa crafts and hands-on …
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.
Long-time Japan resident and Cheapo co-founder Greg Lane picks the top 10 castles for visitors.
Read tips on how to get there and what to look out for.
Explore your options from Okinawa up to Tokyo.
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 …
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 …
