Walk through this quaint port town, and you’ll instantly recognise Ponyo’s seaside charm. Nara’s ancient temples and tranquil ...

Even before the Osaka-Kansai Expo formally opens on April 13, the host region will open its own Kansai Pavilion just outside ...

In many parts of the country, you can expect to hear a decent level of English. So, if you’re traveling alone, this language ...

We’ve spent 5 weeks traveling around Japan in the spring and fall seasons, and during both trips we made sure to visit Nara ...

Beloved deer living in a historic Japanese park face growing dangers from litter left behind by tourists. Now, officials are ...

The genomes of two women who lived 7,000 years ago in the Sahara when it was a green savannah reveal a remarkably isolated ...

Discover Asia’s hidden gems beyond mainstream destinations. From Okinawa’s serene beaches to Mount Bromo’s surreal landscapes ...

With 25 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Japan is ideal for those who like to explore the historical and environmental aspects of ...

As far back as the 14th century, the lush backyard of the contemporary Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo was called Tsubakiyama, or ...

For centuries, residents in central Japan have chronicled a mysterious natural phenomenon in winter. They see its ...

Rail connectivity to Yumeshima island (pictured in a file photo), the planned home of MGM Osaka, Japan's first integrated ...

Japan is a fascinating country with a unique mix of modern innovations and ancient traditions. It has one eye fixed on the ...