The ultimate guide to Japan travel
Flanked by mountains, with beaches, islands, and temples, and 200km of coastline, it can be difficult to know where to start with Japan's largest lake.
Learn all the tips & tricks.
With shrines, temples, parks and amazing views, Nara makes for a stress-free wandering experience, with no buses to catch nor busy roads to navigate.
Stroll through Edo-period Japan along the historical Nakasendo Trail.
Easy day trips from Osaka offering all kinds of adventure: from onsen towns to the complete ninja experience and even a castle in the sky!
Mount Koya is one of the holiest and most beautiful places in Japan. Check out our guide for essential attractions, accommodation and transport info.
Kyushu is filled with beautiful beaches, wild forests, breathtaking sights—no wonder it's one of the top destination spots in Japan.
The tiny mountain town in Miyagi Prefecture that you never knew you needed to visit.
Kanto is perfect for exploring when you're based in Tokyo, with opportunities to experience the most modern and most traditional elements of the complex culture.
Visit mountains, lavender fields, beaches and plenty of traditional towns!
The top 6 summer day trips from Osaka and how to get there. Tunnel hikes, waterfalls, sandy beaches and more!
For those of you who'd rather see Fuji-san than stand on top of it.
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.
Kanazawa is surrounded by unique towns and onsen escapes.
Kanazawa has some great discount passes covering attractions and transportation.
Nikko National Park is the perfect getaway from Tokyo's busy streets—especially so in autumn!
Besides its relaxing hot springs, Yamanaka Onsen looks great in every season and offers beautiful bridge views.
Find out about tours to this abandoned island in Nagasaki Prefecture.
Read tips on how to get there and what to look out for.
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 for you.
Wajima City is a small, secluded city with a famous morning market, fine traditional lacquerware, and stunning rice terrace views.