The ultimate guide to Japan travel
Full itinerary with transport, lunch, and sightseeing options. We focus on Hikone.
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.
More than just sun and surf — sand baths, hot springs and even views of Mount Fuji await.
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.
Add snow monsters, frozen waterfalls, and steamy hot springs to your itinerary.
Don't overlook Yamagata and its trove of snow sports, picture-perfect onsen towns, and dramatic religious sites.
Gear up for adrenaline-pumping fun in the mountains.
How to spend 48 hours off the coast of Niigata.
From ice-blue pools to ancient forests, your bucket list just got longer.
For those who'd rather see Fuji-san, than stand on top of it.
The options are plentiful, the prices low. Choose from jungle treks, wild camping, zip-lining and more.
The prefecture extends a warm welcome, as part of its efforts to rebuild in the wake of the Noto earthquake.
We cover a wide variety of hikes in Japan, including some of the country's most remote, historic and beautiful routes.
Hakuba, a Nagano ski resort and popular winter destination, proves it has just as much to offer in summer, including gorgeous mountain hikes.
Akan-Mashu National Park, one of Hokkaido's six national parks, is home to pristine lakes, ancient forests, and a rich indigenous culture.