People tend to be pretty divided on winter weather in Japan. Some see it as a welcome alternative to the heat and humidity of summer, while others would choose any amount of profuse sweating over ...

While most travellers head south of Tokyo, those who venture up to the far north of Honshu island will be rewarded with Japan’s trademark scenic trains, samurai castles and local crafts — but fewer ...

The question my colleagues and I are most often asked is: “what are your favourite hotels?” And the second most often: “what about hotels that are actually affordable?” ...

From samurai to skyscrapers and sushi to shrines, this Asian archipelago is the ultimate destination for families with ...

The arrival of spring in Japan changes the landscape in a way few other natural events can ...

Nikko transforms into a calm, snow‑covered escape in winter, pairing gentle ski slopes with steaming onsen and easy rail ...

Looking for a way to distil the country’s quiet islands and lively cities into one trip, Kinza Shenn explored little-known Hyogo ...

Hot springs, shrines and sake: This diverse part of Japan is perfect for first-time visitors - Looking for a way to distil ...

KITAKAMI, Iwate Prefecture—A search party on Oct. 17 found a severely mutilated body believed to be a hot spring inn worker who was attacked by a bear while cleaning an outdoor bath. The search and ...