The ultimate guide to Japan travel
Find out about tours to this abandoned island in Nagasaki Prefecture.
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.
Learn about samurai history and explore old samurai castles and preserved ancient villages.
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.
An underground museum showing the tragedy of war, and the value of peace
Awazu Onsen is home to one of the world's oldest hotels, cave-carved temples and a fun local crafts scene.
Six suggestions for a special start to 2020.
Take a stroll through one of Kyoto's oldest shopping streets, which also happens to be a gourmet destination.
Long-time Japan resident and Cheapo co-founder Greg Lane picks the top 10 castles for visitors.
Tasty eats, colorful nights, tradition and pop culture all come together for a fun adventure.
Experience parts of the temple which are normally off-limits to the public.
Discover what is perhaps Japan’s most picturesque hot spring destination, in Hyogo Prefecture.
Who said that time travel wasn't possible?
Add Maizuru, Kure and Sasebo to your travel list—three old Japan port towns chock-full of natural beauty, historical attractions and nautical adventures.
A detailed explanation of Japanese currency, with fun facts and handy tips.
Take advantage of the special opening of the Kyoto Imperial Palace to the public this autumn!
Abashiri was the perfect location for a prison from which it was near to impossible to escape. See what life was like for prisoners at the Abashiri Prison Museum.