Japan's bullet trains are a travel highlight all their own. But knowing the cultural etiquette and luggage rules for them can ...

A ramen staple from Tokyo, Afuri brings its bright, modern aesthetic to Niseko with minimalist interiors and a lively energy ...

The city of Kusatsu in the western Japan prefecture of Shiga, often confused for the famous "onsen" hot spring town in eastern Japan sharing the same name, is using the mix-up as a public relations ...

Akakura Kanko Hotel is Japan’s first international ski resort hotel, and boasts an 88-year history, making it a great option ...

A 14-year-old photographer in central Japan's Yamanashi Prefecture is hosting his first solo exhibition in a bid to save a ...

A three-day cycling journey through Akita’s countryside reveals local craftsmanship, soothing hot springs, traditional foods and songs, and the people keeping Japan’s rural culture alive.

In response to the series of bear attacks on humans, the Environment Ministry plans to launch a nationwide survey next fiscal ...

Japan offers everything from fancy kaiseki meals to quick street ramen, mochi, sushi, and matcha desserts, all available on ...

On a recent fall trip, I head there because Time Out had proclaimed it “the vibiest district” and “the world’s coolest ...

Dubai: Kobe Tourism Bureau (KTB), with the support of Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) Dubai Office, welcomed ...

A UNESCO intergovernmental committee decided Thursday to add six items from Japan, including Murakami Festival in the city of Murakami, Niigata Prefecture, central Japan, to the U.N. agency's ...

Niseko isn’t the only ski resort you should be hitting up this season. Here, we share where you should be skiing in Japan ...