Japan’s samurai have captured the imagination of people around the world. From historical films and television dramas to video games […]
Discover a different side of Japan in winter, from snow-covered temples and traditional hot springs to citrus orchards, regional food, […]
A Practical Guide to Exploring Japan Beyond the Major Tourist Cities Japan is one of the easiest countries in Asia […]
Osaka is one of the easiest places in Japan to experience traditional culture. You can attend a tea ceremony, wear […]
Japan is known for its beautiful traditional crafts: lacquerware, ceramics, textiles, paper, bamboo, and woodwork. But seeing these crafts in […]
Japan is often associated with fast trains, crowded cities, famous temples, and carefully planned itineraries. But there is another side […]
Nara is one of the best places in Japan to begin exploring the country’s religious heritage. As Japan’s ancient capital, […]
When people think of Japanese vegetarian food, they often picture tofu, vegetable sushi, or modern vegan restaurants. But Japan has […]
Osaka is one of Japan’s great food cities. Takoyaki, okonomiyaki, kushikatsu, and countless restaurants make it an easy place to […]
When people imagine wearing kimono in Japan, Kyoto is often the first place that comes to mind. The historic streets […]