A western Japan city has begun offering overnight stays at Fukuyama Castle, a site dating back 400 years, as regional economies seek ways to attract wealthy visitors amid the country’s tourism boom.

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav made a noteworthy visit to the culturally rich Nijo-jo Castle in Kyoto during his official four-day trip to Japan. The castle has stood witness to pivotal ...

On Friday, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav embarked on a tour of Nijo-jo Castle in Kyoto, as part of his four-day official visit to Japan. This historic site played a critical role in ...

Himeji Castle, one of Japan's first four UNESCO World Heritage sites, is pictured in Himeji, Hyogo Prefecture, in 2023. (Mainichi/Nobuya Muramoto) HIMEJI, Hyogo -- A ticket to the famously ...

HIROSAKI, Aomori -- Snow-covered cherry blossom trees and a castle moat in this northern Japan city are currently lit up in pink in the evenings, to the delight of visitors. The "Fuyu ni Saku ...

Japan's Finance Minister, Katsunobu Kato, said on Thursday that the end of deflation has not yet been achieved. Kato further stated that he sees inflationary conditions as prices continue to rise.

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Matsue, a city located along the banks of the Ohashi river, is a beautiful historic city that boasts one of the 12 remaining original castles in Japan. Matsue Castle, also known as the plover castle, ...

Are you annoying everyone around you? Blocking the train with a big suitcase? Quit It! Here are 10 common mistakes tourists make in Japan. For those traveling to Japan for the first time, the research ...

Usually closed to the public, this wooden structure is one of the oldest turrets among Japanese castles. The turret, believed to have been relocated from the ill-fated Fushimi Castle in Kyoto when ...

Don’t expect raucous party scenes or over-the-top après-ski. In Japan, it’s all about the snow. Here’s a primer on where to go, stay and eat. By Finn-Olaf Jones Unlike the high jinks and ...