To elevate the customer experience, Japanese business hotels are offering luxurious features such as hybrid spas, private saunas, and special concept rooms.
Chibi Nyan the cat has been appointed the new manager of a souvenir shop in Shizuoka Prefecture, just in time to be featured in Sankei's 2024...
There are good train connections to Utsunomiya from three stations in Tokyo for a pleasant day of exploring Japan's industrial history and modern lifestyle.
Rishiri Island, off the coast of Hokkaido, is famous for its kelp and sea urchin. With an aging population, it is finding new ways to keep...
Participants from Japan, China, Taiwan, Mongolia, Nepal, Canada, Thailand, and the US competed to see how many bowls of soba they could eat in two minutes.
Do you love ice cream? Here are some of the classic Japanese convenience store ice creams that could be your next best go-to option, even in...
From luminous mushrooms and nighttime shows to stargazing and bar-hopping, discover how the tourist industry is making Japan's nightlife glow.
The massive illumination event will be held until October 1, featuring 33,000 summer cypresses, stage shows, food events, and more.
Summer used to be mild and pleasant in Hokkaido. But now record-breaking temperatures are making residents and tourists pray for the humming of an air-con.
Japan celebrates whales every year on September 8, and the most exquisite whale meat attracts eager spectators and impressive prices in Tokyo's markets.
Under the starlit sky, guests can relish the outdoors and a magnificent view of Mount Asama, all while enjoying cozy accommodations and ample amenities.
At this annual summer event, participants dash across floating mats on the beautiful Lake Biwa to compete for the fastest time.