The ultimate guide to Japan travel
Plum and cherry blossoms, the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka — and more!
So. Much. Matcha. You might need to extend your stay.
And where to discover their world.
Real castle moats, pagodas, and other prime viewing spots across the country.
Winter wonderlands and rituals to chase away pesky demons.
Winter in Japan is so much more than just the Sapporo Snow Festival (but check that out, too).
Kick off the new year with fire festivals, water festivals, and even festivals featuring ogres.
Massive quantities of ramen, a marathon, and winter illuminations — plus New Year celebrations.
Minō Waterfall, the local Champs Élysées, and more await.
Get your fall-leaf fix, wherever you are in the country.
Dates are a little later than first predicted.
Fire walking, autumn illuminations, the Grand Sumo Tournament — and that's just the start.
The world's biggest tug-of-war, shrine festivals, scary mud monsters, and a LOT more!
Forget about the "hidden gems" everyone talks about everywhere — this list is the real deal.
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.
A month of fireworks, fire festivals, traditional dance parades, and more.
Explore one of Japan's most quietly captivating regions.
From Hokkaidō to Mount Fuji and more — go frolic in the flowers.
And what else to do in the area, with expert tips from a local guide.
From ice-blue pools to ancient forests, your bucket list just got longer.
Highlights include the Gion Festival in Kyoto and the Tenjin Festival in Osaka—two of Japan's most famous festivals.
Slurp up some of the best ramen in Japan, and see what else "the city of two halves" has to offer.