The ultimate guide to Japan travel
Explore your options from Okinawa up to Tokyo.
Four affordable ways to get from New Chitose Airport to Sapporo in Hokkaido. We look at the pricing and practicalities …
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.
Want to go to far-flung places like Kyoto and Hiroshima from Tokyo, and be back in no time? These Japan bus tours are …
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 …
It can be tricky to get suitcases down slight alleys or fit your backpack into narrow bars—opt for hands- and …
Experience parts of the temple which are normally off-limits to the public.
Gold leaf, emperor–approved twig tea, and lacquerware are among our top picks for Kanazawa souvenirs.
With so many low-cost carriers in the game, it's never been a better time to fly from Japan to Hong Kong for the …
Kyoto, Osaka and Hiroshima form the golden trio—all within easy reach of each other, all with their own highlights. But …
Why not try it yourself, this summer?
Quieter than Kyoto and offering a similar traditional feel, Kanazawa is quite literally a treasure trove of traditional …
Kyoto is known more for its shrines and temples than its street food, but where you do find it, know that it’s the …
A guide to visit this impressive Zen Buddhist complex—or stay overnight and practice living like a monk.
Osaka needs more than a day trip to make the most of its neon charm. So, if you’re keen to sample the nightlife …
Diving in Japan offers the unique chance to sea tiny macro life to rays, sharks and dolphins!
Yakushima is a bucket-list destination for hikers in Japan, but even if you're not a dedicated trail-head there's lots …