Don’t Miss Kansai’s Hottest Culture Festival in 2024
It's happening in Mie, until December.
It's happening in Mie, until December.
If Osaka is the kitchen of Japan, Dōtonbori is the chef's table.
The best local sights, bites, and experiences.
Everything you need to know—including where to find the best eats.
Choose from budget-friendly hotels, hostels, and ryokan.
Updated with the latest ticketing tips.
Which is actually better — online, or in the line?
See our six top picks for high-quality green tea.
Add snow monsters, frozen waterfalls, and steamy hot springs to your itinerary.
Let's-a go! Find out how to get tickets—and what to do when you're there.
Don't overlook Yamagata and its trove of snow sports, picture-perfect onsen towns, and dramatic religious sites.
Straw men, supernatural beings, crying babies, and other weird stuff.
Find out the best transport, amenities, and accommodation at the biggest airport in Hokkaidō.
Get to know the city's retro scene, through the eyes of local experts.
Deer, more deer, and Buddha's nostril — Nara is just awesome.
Gear up for adrenaline-pumping fun in the mountains.
How to spend 48 hours off the coast of Niigata.
From hot-spring hotels to rooms with views of Mt. Fuji, we've got you covered.
From ice-blue pools to ancient forests, your bucket list just got longer.
Spend the day exploring the famous Shinto shrine, doing sake tasting, and more.