The ultimate guide to Japan travel
From temples to riversides, geisha districts — and more.
Winter wonderlands and rituals to chase away pesky demons.
How and where to experience one of Japan's most elegant traditions.
The world's biggest tug-of-war, shrine festivals, parades, scary mud monsters and a LOT more!
Kyoto is so much more than just sightseeing. Join a tea ceremony, learn to wear a kimono, and more.
The prefecture extends a warm welcome, as part of its efforts to rebuild in the wake of the Noto earthquake.
Winter in Japan is so much more than just the Sapporo Snow Festival (but check that out, too).
The tiny mountain town in Miyagi Prefecture that you never knew you needed to visit.
Get ready for Children's Day on May 5, and find out where to find colorful carp streamers called koinobori.
A comprehensive Kyoto top attractions list — so you don't miss out on any of the beauty, wonder and entertainment the ancient capital has to offer.
Six suggestions for a special start to 2020.
A tiny hot spring town with lots of history and manga connections.
A stunner of a place, mixing ancient and modern in a relatively compact area, with some of the finest ramen.
Discover what is perhaps Japan’s most picturesque hot spring destination, in Hyogo Prefecture.
A evening spent with the geisha in Kanazawa is an opportunity not to be missed. The night's are intimate and the sake delicious, what's not to love?
August 6th traditionally marked the end of summer. On this day, locals bid farewell to the dangerously hot season at the Yatori-no Shinji Festival.
A unique and beautiful way of recording your travels throughout Japan.
If you are looking to experience “real Japan,” Okayama is a destination that warrants slowing things down and exploring carefully.
Find out what life was like in the Osaka of old with a free workshop hosted by the Osaka Museum of Housing and Living. Apply by Jan 25 to join at no cost.
Small streets lined with samurai houses, traditional potteries and stunning castle ruins make Hagi a wonderful place to experience olden-day Japan.