Beyond the Dunes

There's more to Tottori than its well-trodden desert

Experience Mongolia By Bike

The Annual TIF Charity Fundraiser

Decoration never dies, anyway

The Teien Art Museum reopens with delightful exhibition

The Abundance of Less

Lessons in simple living from rural Japan

Sento with Stephanie Crohin

Finding art, beauty and community in the bath

Holiday activities for one and all

The winter holidays are fast approaching. If you’re looking for adrenalin-fuelled excursions or events with stunning views, we have you covered here with our mini-guide to enjoying a fun-filled winter break.

Hiking and Hot Springs in Kyoto

The natural splendor surrounding Japan’s ancient capital

Shared Sensibilities

Takashi Yanai and the organic architecture of Tokyo and Los Angeles

Walking Tohoku: How Travel Can Support Japan’s Disaster Recovery

One man’s 614km walk in Tohoku

Yamagata International Documentary Film Festival

Movies in the Mountains

Oita’s Kunisaki Peninsula

Farm life and a trail of ancient mountain temples

Niche Idols’ Latest Sounds

Idol groups that extend their artistic abilities beyond the cookie-cutter cutesy dances and songs.