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.

11 Biophilic Cafes in Chiba for a Nature-Filled Escape from Tokyo

Escape to Nature with These Cafés Near Tokyo

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

Imperial Hotel, Kyoto: A Timeless Blend of Heritage and Luxury

Debuting in Kyoto’s historic Gion district in spring 2026

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