The ultimate guide to Japan travel
And what else to do in the area, with expert tips from a local guide.
Late-summer fireworks, manga fairs, the wild Danjiri Festival, and other fun.
More than just sun and surf — sand baths, hot springs and even views of Mount Fuji await.
We cover everything from lockers to local delicacies, for a more enjoyable experience.
A month of fireworks, fire festivals, traditional dance parades, and more.
Let your hunger guide you — with a few tips from our own adventures up north.
Explore one of Japan's most quietly captivating regions.
Explore ancient shrines, sake breweries, misty hot springs, and the haunting legacy of Lafcadio Hearn in Japan’s …
From Hokkaidō to Mount Fuji and more — go frolic in the flowers.
From ice-blue pools to ancient forests, your bucket list just got longer.
This is one of Japan's "Three Great Views" — for good reason.
Highlights include the Gion Festival in Kyoto and the Tenjin Festival in Osaka—two of Japan's most famous festivals.
Water, light, and fierce love deities combine for a fantastic line-up.
The Smashing Pumpkins, Oasis, Lady Gaga, Billie Eilish—and more.
Explore retro shopping streets, a legendary hot-spring theme park, and museums galore.
The highway-bus pass is available to non-Japanese passport holders.
Slurp up some of the best ramen in Japan, and see what else "the city of two halves" has to offer.
Old-school arcades, Japanese knives, and the lucky Billiken await.
Get ready for colorful nights, culinary delights — and much more.
