I live in Japan and have traveled beyond the popular tourist stops like Tokyo and Osaka. Some of my favorite day trips are Saitama, Kobe, and Nara.

All you need to know about the latest forecast plus sakura events and illuminations in Osaka, Kyoto and other Kansai cities ...

A cornerstone of Japanese culture, onsen runs the gamut—but these destinations in Kyoto, Tokyo, and across the countryside are the height of luxury.

The Yomiuri Nippon Symphony Orchestra (YNSO) is offering exciting programs and invaluable music experiences in its upcoming 2026-27 season, starting in April.

As any visitor to Japan knows, it’s hard not to fall in love with convenience-store culture there with its always stocked ...

It’s that time of year we’ve all been waiting for – the 2026 Japan cherry blossom season. According to this year’s cherry blossom forecast, it looks like the sakura in Osaka will be blooming slightly ...

Noted Japan author Pico Iyer says casino resorts like MGM Osaka may not be embraced by the Japanese people themselves.

Multiple accommodations in Toyooka City, a growing tourism destination in Japan’s Hyogo Prefecture, have recently taken initiatives to provide meals for visitors with special diets including vegan, ...

Researchers in Japan pioneered reprogrammed cells 20 years ago. Now the country has given the first-ever authorizations to manufacture and sell medical products based on the technology.

Join Phoebe from Little Grey Box as she takes you through her top picks for unforgettable destinations in Japan. Discover ...

After months in Japan, we came up with a list of the best wellness retreats in Kyushu, Okinawa, and other southwest destinations. Here are the best.

Osaka Design Week's executive committee is composed of Japanese companies such as manufacturing firm Sanei and clothing supplier Union, in collaboration with Studiolabo, founder and manager of ...