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The perfect rural getaway from Tokyo

Our list of the country’s best ski and snowboard destinations

A list of major illumination displays across Japan

Travel to Himeji and the two islands of Shodoshima and Ogijima

Design meets tradition on a 1-day walking route

Planning the perfect beach getaway

Exploring Kurshiro Shitsugen National Park and the village

Serious value for money for travelers to Japan’s Inland Sea

Two gateway cities in West Japan

A day of shopping and cuisine in Kyoto, with Musashi Hamono

Must-see events this fall

Matcha events to look out for this fall

Traveling from urban culture to natural wonders

Spot wild birds with a nature guide

Transit IC card now available as a mobile app

Rediscovering one of Kyoto’s travel hot spots with the elite guiding service

A 2-day itinerary centered on Kohfukuji Temple

Becoming one of the most traveler-friendly stations

A trip around and halfway up Mount Fuji

A two-day trip to three of the festival’s featured islands

A 4-day trip exploring Hiroshima Prefecture

A 2-day itinerary based in Katsuura

Charms of Yamashiro Onsen

Can the spectacular event live up to the hype?

A fast and convenient upgrade to rental sim cards

Half day trip in Sawara

Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route opened on April 15

About a convenient regional transport pass

Tips for a smoother train experience

A three-day trip by public transport

3 days exploring quiet towns and islands

Contemporary art festival opening April 18

Experience Japanese festivals and international flavors

Discover sites that represent Japan Heritage

2 day trip sightseeing in the Shima Peninsula and Ise Jingu

Exploring Hiroshima’s food and culture

A relaxing 2-days in Japan’s best loved hot spring resort

An inspiring 2-day trip

A day out with wildlife and views of the iconic mountain

Two days in the historic towns of Ogawa and Gyoda

Two days visiting central and rural Fukuoka

2 days exploring the rugged and remote island

Washi paper and green tea in Fukuoka

Full bloom is expected around early March

Only 3 hours from Tokyo by the Hokuriku Shinkansen

A list of some gardens and shrines famous for plum blossoms

Explore the unique charms of each hotel and see how to plan your trip

2-day trip with an overnight stay in a historic farmhouse

A two-night trip with Mitsui Garden Hotels

A unique evening experience

A 2-day trip to a coastal post town

Digital art museum in central Tokyo unveils new art spaces

Open-ended series to document the recovery of the tsunami-hit coast

Travel in Tambasasayama, one hour from Osaka and Kyoto

A list of some of the best places to enjoy the white season in Japan

Basics about visiting Japan during the holidays

A tranquil 2-night stay with Kamenoi Hotels

Experience the island, landscape, hot springs, and the culture of the people, all shaped by the Earth’s processes

From the supreme taste of artisan craftsmanship to the oddly shaped rocks that remind us of a time long past. A variety-packed trip to West Japan

A journey to experience the nature, history and people of western Japan using your eyes and heart

Staff highlights of a year of researching, reporting and traveling across Japan

Exploring Ichijoji and Demachiyanagi with Keihan Railway

A 2 day sidetrip from Kyoto

Three days and two nights exploring Wakayama City and Koyasan

A four-day introduction to Kagoshima, Kumamoto, Fukuoka and Kitakyushu

A recommended overnight itinerary

A list of major illumination displays across Japan

Going off the beaten track with Nankai Railways

A 3-day trip to northern Japan’s sakura spots

A 4-day tour in Yanbaru, the miracle forest

A suggested itinerary for Asakusa and its nearby attractions

A suggested itinerary covering the highlights of Nara

A recommended overnight itinerary

A guide on how to visit

Stay at a MIMARU apartment hotel and enjoying sightseeing in Tokyo

An exciting full-day itinerary in Tokyo

A basic introduction to some leading koyo providers

A one-day side trip from Tokyo with Seibu Railway

A day trip 80 minutes by train from Tokyo

A 4-day trip to two of Japan’s most remote islands

A relaxing 2-day trip by the coast

The modern face of traditionally handcrafted knives

Happening from July 13 to November 10

Our recommended spots to visit

An overnight itinerary visiting autumn color spots in the two cities

Hassle-free experience using the taxi app GO

From Wakui Village to Sekida Toge

The Seto Inland Sea’s port of waiting tides

A 2-day trip from Osaka with Nankai Railway

Admiring the castle from ten places across the city

Historic beer brewery open to the public in Ebisu, central Tokyo

3 days in Nishiizu, a scenic town in western Izu Peninsula

How a high end guide can make all the difference

A guide on where to stay and what to do

Sake adventure two hours from Tokyo by bullet train

Visiting the new Senkyaku Banrai complex at Toyosu Market

What to see in Fukui City on an overnight trip

1-day tours in Kanazawa, Takamatsu and the Shimanami Kaido with JTB Sunrise Tours

A suggested itinerary for visiting Himeji

Four places to shop in central Tokyo

Getting to know some Gunma’s best places for onsen, nature and sightseeing

Exploring Ueno, Akihabara and Okachimachi on foot

A trip to breweries in Nagoya, Ise and Gifu

Exploring the east coast on a side trip from Tokyo

A look at the new digital art museum in Azabudai Hills

Cuisine, history and winter landscapes on a 4-day tour of Akita Prefecture

A rural gem on the historic Nakasendo highway

Hokuriku Shinkansen extension from Kanazawa to Tsuruga

Get in touch with the spirit and wisdom of the Ainu people

To be connected to the shinkansen this March