The ultimate guide to Japan travel
Hakuba, a Nagano ski resort and popular winter destination, proves it has just as much to offer in summer, including gorgeous mountain hikes.
Stroll through Edo-period Japan along the historical Nakasendo Trail.
Akan-Mashu National Park, one of Hokkaido's six national parks, is home to pristine lakes, ancient forests, and a rich indigenous culture.
Japan's Unzen-Amakusa National Park spans two prefectures, offering natural hot springs and plenty of hiking, camping and kayaking opportunities.
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!
Japan is dotted with plenty of onsen towns, most of which boast private onsen (with spectacular views) alongside their public offerings.
This cycling route is gaining a reputation for being one of the best cycling routes in the world.
Mount Koya is one of the holiest and most beautiful places in Japan. Check out our guide for essential attractions, accommodation and transport info.
The island is a haven for hikers, seafood lovers, and unique alpine flowers.
Myōkō-Togakushi Renzan National Park is one of Japan's most recently founded national parks. It also features some of Japan's newest geological features.
The Shikoku Pilgrimage is one of the most famous pilgrimage routes in Japan. It's a 1,200 kilometer journey that covers 88 temples in the Shikoku region.
Tashirojima is a small, scarcely populated island with as many cats as you can shake a selfie stick at.
Takayama is a castle town high up in the mountains of Gifu Prefecture, overflowing with traditional charm and busy streets waiting to be explored.
Suzuka Circuit is host to F1 Japanese Grand Prix and the Suzuka 8 Hours Race, and houses the family-friendly Motopia theme park.
Walk, hike, and cycle through some of Japan’s most iconic nature and enjoy some of the freshest and tastiest seafood, beef and sake the country has to offer.
Take a day trip to Hikone, visit the traditional castle and garden, and try the local cuisine!
A great day trip from Hiroshima, Sandankyo Gorge is the perfect hiking location considered one of the Top 5 Special Valleys of Scenic Beauty in Japan.
We break down the fastest and cheapest ways from KIX to Kyoto, Osaka, Kobe and Nara. Tips for tourists and for traveling with luggage too!
Experience tens of thousands of cherry trees on this magical mountain in Nara.
Otaru is a port city in Hokkaido known for its picturesque canal district, Sakaimachi shopping street, and Otaru Snow Light Festival.
Himeji Castle, mountaintop temples, stunning gardens and more!
Fluffy, inquisitive and painfully photogenic—it'll be hard not to fall in love with the furry critters at the Zao Fox Village.
Visit Takasakiyama Monkey Park in Kyushu where you'll find one of the largest groups of monkeys in the world.
Everything we know so far about Super Nintendo World that opened at USJ in February 2021.