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Over the past decade, I’ve been fortunate to visit Japan several times. Despite traveling to more than 100 countries, it remains my favorite country in the world. With the exception of my first visit ...

Japan is one of the most popular international destinations right now. In April 2025, Japan welcomed a record-breaking 3.9 million international visitors, according to the Japan National Tourism ...

Planning a Japan itinerary for a family is a real challenge! Find out how to make the most of your family travel in Japan with this detailed guide.

Japan's cherry blossom season has become a victim of its own popularity. Fujiyoshida canceled its popular Cherry Blossom Festival citing overtourism as the main reason.

My boyfriend and I made a few mistakes on our first trip to Japan, which lasted 10 days. We chose the wrong month to travel in terms of weather and brought too much luggage. Ultimately, I should've ...

Kristen E. Pope is a Wyoming-based freelance writer and editor specializing in outdoor adventure, science, conservation, and travel. Her work has appeared in publications including National Geographic ...

It was a cold February day in northern Japan, snow piled high outside the onsen locker room windows as I slipped out of my clothes. Nervously, I stepped into the plumes of steam wafting from the next ...

The tiny macaque at Ichikawa City Zoo has drawn thousands of visitors after melting hearts online.