Discover why Kanazawa, Japan’s ‘Little Kyoto,’ is a must-visit destination in 2026. Explore samurai districts, Kenroku-en ...

While the city is keen to stress that visitors are valued and welcome, its popularity has led to some tourist hotspots being ...

With its refurbished gallery in Takayama City, woodworking brand Hida Sangyo is keeping ancient Japanese artisanship alive.

To the Japanese, autumn – or aki - is a time for reflection and gratitude. Like spring blossoms, these revered koyo leaves are a reminder of the impermanence of life and the beauty of nature. As ...

The city of Kurayoshi lies in central Tottori Prefecture, on the west coast of Japan. From Tokyo, the journey there takes ...

Booking a family trip to Tokyo? Ditch the cramped rooms. Explore spacious apartment hotels with kitchens, bunk beds and ...

From Tokyo to Kyoto and Hiroshima, this handy guide shows you just how you can plan the perfect Japan trip with minimal crowds but maximum fun and beauty.

A photographed journey in the land of the rising sun reveals how japan preserves centuries-old tradition, while at the same ...

Japan’s imperial era that began on May 1, 2019, translates to “beautiful harmony.” It describes a world where “culture is born and nurtured as people’s hearts are beautifully drawn together.” It began ...

Racing games are usually about speed, noise and chaos. But the latest trailer for Forza Horizon 6 slows things down and ...

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – Homes & Gardens magazine recently released a list of the most beautiful gardens in the world – naming one “magical” garden in the Rose City. “Every now and then, you find a ...

In the Tohoku region, the Yamagata Prefecture was recently named one of National Geographic’ s Best of the World destinations for 2026. It’s a place to marvel at dramatic landscapes, the stillness of ...