Activities Pokémon GO at EXPO 2025 Osaka-Kansai Kim Bergström As part of EXPO 2025 Osaka-Kansai, a Pokémon GO event will offer an immersive experience where visitors can encounter Pokémon...
Activities Japan's Top Sakura Spot According to Lonely Planet Kim Bergström It's hard to pick a top sakura spot in Japan, because there are so many incredible destinations—but the team at Lonely Planet...
Planning JAL Increasing Flights Between San Diego and Tokyo Kim Bergström If you're based on the west coast of the United States, getting to Japan is set to become even easier. Japan Airlines will be...
Culture What to Pack For An Unforgettable Japan Trip Joanna Ligon Pack smart! Whether you're staying for a week, a month, or even longer, being fully prepared means considering Japan’s ever-c...
Culture Castle Stays in Japan Kim Bergström Looking for something a little different to your usual hotel or ryokan on your trip to Japan? While castles are often thought...
Transportation Transit Guide: Japan Bus Pass Tiffany Aguilar The Japan Bus Pass by Willer Travel provides flexible access to highway buses and overnight buses.
Activities Day Trips From Osaka: Explore Beyond the Expo Kim Bergström As the 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo approaches, many visitors will flock to the city to experience this once-in-a-lifetime event. H...
Culture All-Japan Shimotsukare Contest 2027 Kim Bergström The All-Japan Shimotsukare Contest returns this year after a five-year hiatus, and it celebrates this traditional dish from T...
Activities 6 Must-See Winter Destinations in Nikko Kim Bergström Nikko, located just north of Tokyo, is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and rich history. During the winter months, t...
Activities Best Places to See Cherry Blossoms in Japan (2026) Joanna Ligon Discover 40 of the best places to see cherry blossoms in Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and beyond this spring!
