Asia
Craft your Japan itinerary with our comprehensive comparison between the bustling energy of Tokyo vs the timeless charm of Kyoto.
By Sharon Alphonso
News
The futuristic Woven City near Tokyo, Japan, is an innovative project by Toyota featuring driverless cars, smart homes, & sustainable living.
By Pyusha Chatterjee
Outdoors
A 9-day walking tour in Japan's Michinoku Coastal Trail traces the coastal path from Hachinohe to Kesennuma.
By Rachel Chang
Planning
Tips to making the most of sakura season, from less-busy places and times to visit, to tasty ways to please your palate with pink flowers.
By Adam H. Graham
Visitors will be banned from entering private alleys in Kyoto's geisha district, especially in the city's Gion district.
By Travel + Leisure
Explore Treeful, a tree house resort in Japan, which has all the modern amenities and a 360-degree of the jungle.
Food
From traditional Japanese food to international savoury delights, find the best vegetarian and vegan options and restaurants in Tokyo.
South Asia
Explore links between fictional settings across three Japanese cities that inspired the beloved 'Haikyu!!' anime movies and series.
By Esha Dasgupta
Ten of the 13 major airlines in Japan have no plans to allow passengers to travel with their pets in the cabin, according to a survey.
From cityscapes to countryside escapes, explore Japan's unique Valentine's Day celebrations dedicated to challenging traditional gender roles.
Starting March 2024, Japan will issue six-month digital nomad visas to citizens from 49 countries and territories; details inside.
By Yashita Vashishth
The ascent of Mount Fuji will come with a climbing fee starting in the summer of 2024, marking a shift in Japan's renowned mountain adventure.
By Trinetra Paul
Since the days of the samurai, Fukushima has been known as Japan’s sake kingdom. Here are the centuries-old breweries to visit.
By La Carmina
Sleek meets supersonic in Japan’s one-of-its-kind bullet trains, or Shinkansen, the fastest and most convenient way of exploring the country.
From seaside towns in Kyoto and Okayama to ancient houses in Gifu, explore the timeless beauty of these Japanese villages
By Jianne Soriano
Sapporo, Japan, is home to Ganso Ramen Yokocho otherwise known as Ramen Alley, the birthplace of miso ramen — and it's a must-visit.
By Jonathan Thompson
Starting July 1, 2024, Japan will restrict the number of climbers to 4,000 per day on Mount Fuji's popular Yoshida hiking trail.
If a holiday in Japan is on the cards, sync the dates with the region's iconic cherry blossom season for storybook sights.
The Kawazu Cherry Blossom Festival will run between 1 February and 29 February. You can find the earliest cherry blossoms in Eastern Japan.
By Rose Zhang
Travel Tips
Travelling to Japan becomes a breeze with these essential Japanese phrases — no need to be a language expert, just these handy expressions!
By Priyaja Bakshi
Dine with an owl, eat a Yakult pastry, or feast while watching ninjas in action: these unique themed cafes in Japan promise elevated meals.
Looking to shop for some high-end goods? Data finds that Tokyo is the best destination for luxury shopping and has the most designer stores.
By Stacey Leasca
From malls lit in neon hues & Frosty's Electric Snow Party to KFC feasts & traditional cakes, Christmas celebrations in Japan are truly unique
Following news of its existence earlier this year, we now see the first-ever Attack on Titan-themed aircraft take to the skies.
By Aaron Chow
Destinations
If you are an anime enthusiast and wondering if it is possible to visit the gorgeous anime locations in real life, we have you covered.
Whether it is dining at a Kotatsu cafe, soaking in an onsen, or paragliding over white moutains, here are some ways to spend winter in Japan.
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