The ultimate guide to Japan travel
How can you fault a chain of restaurants with the slogan “umai, yasui, hayai” (delicious, cheap, fast)? Well, you can if they don’t deliver, but Kagoshima Ohsho luckily does. If you’re an aficionado of gyoza (grilled dumplings) you may be […]
Discover Japan's culinary diversity—one delicious local dish at a time.
Follow abandoned train tracks and hike through moss-covered forests to find Yakushima’s oldest tree, Jōmon Sugi, with this day-long hike. Venturing to the heart of Kagoshima Prefecture‘s Yakushima to see the towering Jōmon Sugi is one of the main reasons […]
Princess Mononoke’s very own forest requires little more than magic to reach—and we have the best options to consider. Yakushima, the mystical, magical land of ancient trees and Miyazaki-inspiring forests is a dream destination for many visitors to Japan. Unfortunately, […]
Yakushima is a bucket-list destination for hikers in Japan, but even if you're not a dedicated trail-head there's lots to see.
Explore your options from Okinawa up to Tokyo.
An island packed with unusual festivals, Kyushu is the perfect destination for those looking for a unique adventure in Japan.
From ice-blue pools to ancient forests and gigantic sand dunes, your bucket list just got longer.
More than just nice shores—Japan beaches offer onsen, incredible views, sand slopes and even views of Fuji while you sunbathe!
Kyushu is filled with beautiful beaches, wild forests, breathtaking sights—no wonder it's one of the top destination spots in Japan.
Japan is dotted with plenty of onsen towns, most of which boast private onsen (with spectacular views) alongside their public offerings.
Everything you need to know about JR Kyūshū passes.