As overtourism strains Japan’s major cities, Gifu Prefecture offers travelers a slower, more intimate way to experience the ...

The Land of the Rising Sun has fascinated travelers for centuries, and this summer is no exception. You’ll also want to download a free translation app like Google ...

So the von Chapsen are travelling from the UK to Japan in mid-Oct for a 4 week tour of some of the highlights. We have most things organised, but I am trying to figure out what to do about comms. I ...

Are you headed to Japan this year, but want to avoid the record crowds as much as possible? Then consider visiting Kii Peninsula, Honshu island’s largest peninsula and Japan’s spiritual heartland.

Go off the tourist track and into the heart of Japan. Jessica Kozuka is a Japan-based freelance writer with nearly 20 years of experience. Her work has appeared in publications such as Wine Spectator, ...

Millions of Japanese people will return to their home towns to be with their families, visit neighborhood shrines on Wednesday night and Thursday morning as part of annual New Year celebrations.