Originally a pilgrimage site for pilgrims to the Shinto shrine, Mitakesan has recently become popular as a hiking destination and has trails to satisfy all levels...
This is the first time that Japan will be opening up to international tourists since April 2020, increasing the daily arrival cap to 20,000.
Akihabara-based retailer Thanko has a knack for crafting quirky but convenient goods meant to match a solo lifestyle.
Since the 1700’s, local fisherman have built their wooden, thatched-roof homes right on the water.
The shrine is home to thousands upon thousands of dolls. In particular, the majority are traditional Japanese ‘ningyō’: humanoid dolls depicting children or women.
Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo has made it possible for locals and travelers to explore the grounds year-round and experience the charm of early summer fireflies in the...
Over the years, many dishes have become synonymous with certain areas of Japan as well as different traditional events. Dairy in Hokkaido, soba at New Year’s...
Just half an hour from central Tokyo, the town locally known as Koedo (Little Edo), is a perfect Tokyo day trip.
A former Tokugawa residence, Fugetsuro is widely believed to be the most beautiful Japanese garden in all of Shizuoka. Join us as we visit for a...
If you feel like riding a dog-faced cable car up to a Crouching Tiger-esque mountain temple, hidden in a Studio Ghibli style village, head to Hozan-ji!
While Japan’s prime minister has repeatedly said the speed of opening will depend on COVID-19 infections, there are suggestions that new tourism campaigns are a prelude...
Here are some of the oldest things to see in Tokyo to get you started on your heritage trip through Japan’s capital.