May in Japan is always packed with unmissable festivals, spring flowers and exhibitions, beginning with the latter half of ...

From Kyoto and Nara to Hakone, Takayama, and Kinosaki Onsen, these eight destinations offer temple streets, gardens, mountain ...

The crystallization of YOSHIKI’s aesthetic: his crystal piano. Please tell us about the concept behind your Los Angeles performances at Walt Disney Concert Hall on July 16 and 17.

Sesoko Island and Miyako Island are also excellent spots because of their beaches, coral reefs and fish varieties. On the ...

With a name that loosely translates to ‘Love Sake Date’, Aishu Deito is a fun and accessible sake festival that brings ...

Japan wants more tourists—but is overtourism getting worse? Here’s how reward programs could encourage better travel behavior ...

With the hotel business booming, new properties open each year. Here are some of the luxury resorts and palatial hotels we're ...

A recent trip to Japan left a lasting impression. The country's remarkable civility, efficient systems, and rich culture were ...

A tourist in Japan was met with immediate payback after kicking at a deer, highlighting the importance of giving all wildlife space and respect. "A tourist kicks a Nara Deer in Japan and gets ...

The San’in region, comprising the Tottori and Shimane prefectures, is a natural haven for those seeking a side of Japan without the crowds. If you’re coming from the capital, flights take around 1.5 ...

Female ballet dancer dancing with pointes in the street with a long red dress, in the street of Lyon, France. The first time I went to a ballet alone, I worried I’d remember the aloneness of the ...

South Korean President Lee Jae-myung shakes hands with Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae during a summit meeting in Nara, Japan, Jan. 13, 2026. Credit: Facebook/ Lee Jae-myung Japanese Prime ...