Kyoto, ancient capital of Japan, is a magical place, where travelers can visit World Heritage shrines, temples and castles during the day and experience exciting, memorable neighborhoods at night.

Entering Hotel Sowaka in Kyoto's famous Gion district feels like stepping onto the set of the Disney+ series "Shōgun". Guests ...

An Australian influencer faced accusations of cultural appropriation after sharing content from her trip to Japan. The photos ...

Convenience stores aren’t typically what comes to mind when one considers the best camping sites. But Lawson, one of Japan’s ...

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Why you should get out of Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka: too crowded, too expensive and not what people think. Here’s where to go in ...

From snowshoeing across frozen lakes in Hokkaido and cycling through subtropical Kyushu to “leaf peeping” your way through ...

It starts with rage, but 'Gachiakuta' is really about learning to be human in a world that treats you like garbage.

As Japan's fourth-largest city, Nagoya is a key economic hub home to major automotive and transport industries. But beyond ...

The year 2025 marks the 100th anniversary of the birth of Japanese author Yukio Mishima (1925-1970). Various exhibitions and events are being held in ...

A-List travel advisor and Japan specialist Mark Lakin shares a list of under-the-radar cities, neighborhoods, and experiences ...

Japan’s geisha are experts in their field, but they’re often treated like tourist attractions. See why Kyoto officials have had to crack down on tourist photos.