Shimane Prefecture — located in the southwest of Japan’s main island near Hiroshima Prefecture — is an off-the-beaten-path ...

In hotspots like Kyoto you sometimes have to queue for the queues, but escaping the country’s overtourism problem couldn’t be simpler ...

Outside of these two religions, wine will still appear along with other forms of alcohol and have varying levels of meaning and usage.

Also within in the complex is the Jishu Shrine, a red-lacquered temple dedicated to Okuninushi-no-mikoto, the Shinto god of love. Visitors who can successfully walk between two stones outside of ...

Japan comes alive with matsuri, festivals that celebrate local culture and traditions throughout the country. From the icy ...

Osaka has been one of Japan’s thriving centers of culture and trade. Its strategic location between the calm harbors of Osaka ...

The second season of 'The Recruit’ is now on Netflix. Disclaimer: Gino's travel and hotel accommodations provided by Netflix.

A central Ohio canoe livery that closed in 2024 after more than half a century is reopening under new ownership. Trapper ...