We love uncovering hidden travel sites around Japan that take us away from the crowds and lead us to discovering a myriad of culturally rich places. Shimane Prefecture has proven to be a veritable ...

Uonuma, Niigata Prefecture is probably most famous for its koshihikari rice production, but that doesn’t mean that it’s only worth visiting in the warmer months. While we previously compiled some of ...

A ramen staple from Tokyo, Afuri brings its bright, modern aesthetic to Niseko with minimalist interiors and a lively energy ...

Visitors to an animal park in western Japan have enjoyed the sight of its capybara getting some respite from the winter cold ...

Higashine is located in the middle of Yamagata Prefecture, just a 30-minute drive from the city of Yamagata and slightly over ...

A three-day cycling journey through Akita’s countryside reveals local craftsmanship, soothing hot springs, traditional foods ...

I love Japanese onsens (hot springs), and my family... well, they like them. I had heard about Kusatsu and asked my wife to see if she could book a trip out there for us. She delivered and we rented a ...

On a recent fall trip, I head there because Time Out had proclaimed it “the vibiest district” and “the world’s coolest neighbourhood in 2025.” Like countless others before me, I browse the jam-packed ...

Japan enjoys mythical status among skiers and snowboarders. Its culture, excellent food, efficient transport and futuristic ...

In the country’s Yoshino forests, cedar and cypress have been tended for generations, offering an unmatched setting to ...

The underrated Setouchi region of Japan is known for its sake distilleries, onsen culture, powerful history, scenic train rides, and year-round mild weather.