As tourists return, so do abandoned suitcases. But one Tokyo hotel is creatively recycling this oversized waste into a fruitful opportunity.
Hanabi, or "fireworks" is a beloved summer tradition in Japan, with fireworks festivals almost every weekend, and each display more spectacular than the last.
Inuyama Castle, built in the 16th century, is Japan's oldest castle. It offers an unhindered view of Kiso River and the plains of the former castle...
Trendy pop culture is leading the way but among Japan's festivals, the old and traditional can be just as refreshing and inspiring.
In Toneri Park, the third biggest park in the 23 special wards of Tokyo, there is a quiet hillside covered in a gentle sea of delicate...
Castles and shrines, sakura blossoms along riverbanks, festival traditions and creative cuisine are all found in the Edo era town of Kawagoe.