Traveling in the western parts of Japan? One of the many JR West Passes might be the cheapest way to get around. Here's what you can do with them.
For 2022, cherry blossoms in Kyoto are expected to start around March 26th and be in full bloom around April 3rd.
Learn all the tips & tricks.
A list of beautiful places for viewing beautiful Kyoto autumn leaves, plus day trip ideas to Nara, Wakayama and Shiga Prefectures.
Fluffy, inquisitive and painfully photogenic—it'll be hard not to fall in love with the furry critters at the Zao Fox Village.
The tiny mountain town in Miyagi Prefecture that you never knew you needed to visit.
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!
Handy information on your travel options between the two cities. Bullet train, bus and more!
Find out about tours to this abandoned island in Nagasaki Prefecture.
Take a stroll through one of Kyoto's oldest shopping streets, which also happens to be a gourmet destination.
Slip into something traditional.
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.
The lowdown on your travel options. Bullet train, highway bus and more!
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.
There are countless guides for solo travel, a ton of tips for couple’s getaways, but what about group travel in Japan?
There are plenty of easy ways to get around Kanazawa depending on your group needs or time constraints.
What to do in Iwakuni—a traditional castle town famous for its seasonal beauty in spring and fall, plus its white snakes, sword museum and local specialty sushi.
Save the ocean–and your wallet!
Heading to Kanazawa? Best read this—and pack an umbrella.
