Travel
A Guide to the Best Spots to Surf in Japan
Kyushu: Japan’s Surfing Island
Noku Kyoto: A Central Hotel for Exploring Kyoto’s History and Culture
Enjoy 40% off stays in one of Kyoto’s most culturally rich neighborhoods
Escape to Zaltana Cabin in the Mountains of Nagano
A log cabin retreat where city life feels a world away
Discover Japan’s Autumn Colors at Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort
Explore Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort this autumn with foliage, hikes, alpine views and activities
Tokyo Station Hotel: Old And New
The Tokyo Station Hotel is the centerpiece of Tokyo’s time-warp district
Escape the Tokyo Heat
This summer, travel up north
Visiting San’in: Japan’s Sacred and Slightly “Pagan” Region
Shimane and Tottori’s spiritual landscapes
JUNGLIA: Okinawa’s Ambitious New Theme Park
Live out your Jurassic Park dreams
Ukai: The Ancient Japanese Art of Cormorant Fishing
Witness Japan’s 1,300-year-old spectacle of cormorant fishing in Gifu
Amami Freediving: Descend into Japan’s Subtropical Sea
Experience Japan’s subtropical wilderness through the meditative depths of freediving in Amami Oshima
“Micro-Tourism” Trend Puts the Spotlight on Chiba
Day or Weekend Trip From Tokyo? Escape to Southern Chiba
Minobusan Experiences: Helicopter Ride, Temple Stay, Food and More
Sleep where monks once meditated, carve your own Daruma, and bike around Mt. Fuji
HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU: A Soundtrack to Your Stay in Tokyo
Where music and Tokyo city views meet bold design and DJ flair
Tokyo Day Trip: Discovering Omiya, Saitama
Holy history and miniature trees
Yamanashi: The Wine Country of Japan
From Western tradition to local production
Minobu Travel Guide: Food and Craft Experiences in Japan’s Temple Town
Meet the artisans, farmers, and chefs reviving Minobu through sustainable tourism and traditional culture
Tokyo Day Trip: Kumagaya, Saitama
From Sacred Temples to Explosive Festivals
Exploring Aso Kumamoto
Life on the edge of the Earth
Tracing Basho’s Journey: Visit Soka’s Historic Pine-Lined Promenade Near Tokyo
Follow haiku master Basho’s footsteps along Soka’s scenic pine-lined promenade, part of the old Nikko Kaido, just outside Tokyo
Tokyo Day Trip: Kawagoe’s Edo-Era Charm
Historic Streets, Sweet Shops and Edo-Era Charm
Exploring Mitsuiboshi Kaido: Japan’s Artisanal Heartlands
A journey through the Three Star Road, where ancient crafts, hidden villages, and modern creativity converge
Tokyo Day Trip: Enoshima Caves, Shrines and Sea Views
Escape the city with a stunning Enoshima day trip
Luxury Glamping at THEATER 1 Tokyo
Escape the city with open-air hot tubs, a fire pit, and a private theater just 90 minutes from Shinjuku
Ishigaki Island Travel Guide: Beaches, Food and Hidden Gems in Okinawa
From purple sweet potatoes to wild horse sightings, here's how to make the most of Okinawa’s tropical escape
Chiran, Kagoshima Travel Guide
Home to Kyoto-style gardens and the Peace Museum for kamikaze, Chiran offers a healthy dose of history and culture. Stephen Mansfield takes a walk.
Onomichi Travel Guide: Discover This Historic Port City
Once a pirate haunt, the port town of Onomichi in the Inland Sea still houses an intriguing array of temples, and a surprising number of cats and cat lovers. Stephen Mansfield goes exploring.
Japanese Wine: Chasing the Phantom Wine in Hokkaido
How Takahiko Soga has redefined Japanese winemaking in Yoichi
Why You Should Visit Fukushima in 2025
More than its past, Fukushima is rewriting its future—and it’s about time you saw it for yourself
Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai: What You Need to Know
Your gateway to exploring Japan’s hidden gems
Cherry Blossom in Okinawa
The Ryuku Islands go pretty in pink
What To Do in Winter in Okinawa
The ultimate cure for the winter blues
Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel
Creativity in a waterside post town
Skiing Inside a Volcano in Japan: Hiking Mt. Yotei
Hiking Mt. Yotei without a guide
Novotel Nara
A newly-opened destination hotel in Japan’s ancient capital