From the Omagari Festival to the Lake Suwa Festival, here's what to expect from some of the top fireworks celebrations in Japan this summer.
Seibu Railway, with trains to popular tourist spots, is implementing a cutting-edge simultaneous translation system to help the influx of foreign tourists.
Japan has not raised sufficient awareness of new regulations for electric kick scooter users, like wearing helmets and running very low speeds on sidewalks.
Whether you are a die-hard Harry Potter fan or a newcomer to the wizarding world, there is plenty of fun and magic for everyone.
For the first time, Harry Potter fans can now make their dreams come true at the Wizarding World in Tokyo as the first "Ministry of Magic"...
Many tourists from Japan and overseas returned to Himeji Castle in spring 2023 to enjoy the cherry blossoms on one of the country's most famous castle...
Amid a global chef shortage caused by the sushi boom, sushi schools are breaking with the apprenticeship tradition to offer intensive courses.
Yamagata is a perfect gateway to the authentic Japan. Many of its age-old mountains and remote onsen ryokans have been largely untouched by mainstream tourism.
The park has more than 500 trees and 50 varieties of plum blossoms. On clear days it is possible to see Mount Fuji and Tokyo Skytree...
This Valentine's Day, Japanese chocolatiers like Miho Sato won over hearts with her succulent chocolate truffles. But it wasn't always smooth sailing for Sato.
Without the need for a trail, you get unfiltered access to Japan's picture-perfect snow scene. Snowshoeing is the perfect activity for anyone who can walk.
Finally, after three years, the Sapporo Snow Festival is again drawing in visitors from inside and outside of Japan, albeit with toned-down festivities.