Travel
What’s Waterfall Tourism?
Soaking in Japan’s waterfalls
Mountain Day Magic at Mount Gassan
Sometimes ski lifts make for better trips during the off season
Recipes for Camping in Japan
Easy to cook, full-of-flavor recipes for camping in Japan
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
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