Tourists visiting Japan should consider that the cultural norms may be very different than what they're used to back home, ...

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Foodies visiting Japan appreciate the fact that each local restaurant feels unique, authentic, and delicious, thanks to this ...

This guide takes you to explore Sendai, where samurai legacies, lively festivals, and serene nature meet in Japan’s charming 'City of Trees'.

Japan continues to be the darling of the travel world. The country is on track to surpass a record-breaking 40 million international visitors by the end of 2025, according to a new analysis by Tourist ...

Omamori are Japan’s meaningful, pocket-sized good luck charms—perfect, affordable souvenirs with deep cultural roots and ...

A woman retrieves a fishing basket in the village of Ine in Kyoto. Photo Credit: Audley Travel Tour operator Audley Travel is expanding its portfolio in Japan with the addition of two destinations, ...

Japan is no stranger to tourism, but the massive surges in the past 20 years have caused the government to install a new tax ...

We’re right on the cusp of peak fall color season in Japan. The leaves have already started turning to vivid hues of crimson and gold in northeastern Japan, and are now working their seasonal ...

Travel in Japan can be complicated, but careful trip planning reaps huge rewards. Here is what to know before visiting. In the streets of Japan's most renowned entertainment district, Kabukichō, a ...

Some parents think they have to follow certain rules, such as getting an early start. I prefer to break those rules when ...

Basic measures — such as washing hands, wearing masks in crowds and frequent ventilation — are effective in preventing ...