These geometric vacation homes mark the return of a trend that went out of fashion in post-1980s Japan. Read more at ...

I’m on the Nozomi service, which starts in Tokyo and speeds south-west through Kyoto, Osaka, Hiroshima, and all the way down ...

The government has approved the introduction of accommodation taxes in nine cities and two prefectures from this fall, with ...

As winter fades, the world eagerly anticipates one of nature’s most breathtaking spectacles: cherry blossom season. This year ...

Mount Yoshino offers a good (and beautiful) reason to get out of Tokyo and Kyoto and venture off the beaten path.

Each time I travel to Japan, I feel the same level of excitement I experienced during my first visit nearly 10 years ago. The ...

Japan, a country where ancient traditions meet futuristic innovation, is now offering an irresistible offer for international ...

Spring also brings vibrant festivals, from the dazzling Takayama Matsuri to Kyoto’s geisha-led Miyako Odori. Whether you’re ...

Japan's land prices rose at their fastest pace in 34 years in 2024 with recovery spreading to regional areas thanks to ...

From classic sights to lesser-known gems and transport tips to seasonal highlights, here’s the lowdown on visiting Japan.

TOKYO – Researchers have found that global warming contributed to the unusually heavy snowfall that hit Japan’s Tokachi ...

US-based battery swap startup Ample says it will set up a network of battery swapping stations in the Japanese capital. EVs ...