Cherry Blossoms in Kyoto: 14 Best Sakura Spots
From temples to riversides, geisha districts — and more.
From temples to riversides, geisha districts — and more.
Handy information on your travel options between the two cities.
A complete guide to the bullet train between Osaka and Fukuoka, including stops, services & discounts.
The lowdown on your travel options. Bullet train, highway bus, and more.
The tiny mountain town in Miyagi Prefecture that you never knew you needed to visit.
Start with the floating shrine — but don't limit yourself to it.
Fall is here! Catch the gorgeous transformation across the country.
Find out about tours to this abandoned island in Nagasaki Prefecture.
Yes—you can still race (safely) through the streets of Osaka.
Learn all the tips & tricks.
Traveling in the western parts of Japan? Then check JR West's regional rail passes.
Fluffy, inquisitive and painfully photogenic—it'll be hard not to fall in love with the furry critters at the Zao Fox Village.
Perfect if you want to see some unusual sights, the festivals of Chubu bring some intensity to an otherwise peaceful and natural setting—ideal for a true adventure into Japan.
Easily reached from the likes of Kyoto and Osaka, extend your trip to Hiroshima for a break from busy crowds and a step back into a more traditional Japan!
Take a stroll through one of Kyoto's oldest shopping streets, which also happens to be a gourmet destination.
Read tips on how to get there and what to look out for.
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.