This underrated city was once the capital of Japan in the Middle Ages and is now a beautiful, tourist-friendly hub with beaches and outdoor adventures.

The city recently carried out a deer census, determining there are 313 stags (males), 798 does (females) and 214 fawns (babies) in Nara Park. That’s an increase of 92 from last year, and a total ...

But this is Japan, so the modern day world is always creeping into the ancient one. As I walk along the stone path, I spot a figure in red posing for photos. Closer up I see they’re wearing ...