9 Places to Visit in Japan This May Kim Bergström May in Japan is a sweet spot for travel, offering pleasant temperatures, fresh greenery, colorful blooms, and fewer people tr...
Activities Wild Hokkaido Viola van Onselen This story explores a five-day eco-tourism journey through Hokkaido, highlighting how the region promotes sustainable tourism...
Culture Yamaguchi's Kozan Park Arlene Bastion A pleasant way to learn about a segment of Japan's warring history with a peaceful walk in the park.
Himeji Castle Entry Fees to Rise From 2026 Kim Bergström If you are planning a visit to Himeji Castle, 2025 might be the year to do it—the iconic destination will be raising its entr...
Starbucks Announces Sakura-inspired Frappuccino Kim Bergström In Japan, seasonal drinks are incredibly popular, with limited-edition beverages celebrating the changing times of the year. ...
Fun Expo 2025 Souvenirs to Take Home Kim Bergström One of the best parts of attending an Expo is the unique souvenirs that capture the spirit of the event, and they make for pe...
Culture Inside Nobeoka Arlene Bastion Nobeoka's rivers and shrines together with the well kept Nobeoka Castle ruins and Bell make being inside Nobeoka as lively a...
Exploring the EXPO 2025 Visitors App Kim Bergström The EXPO 2025 Visitors App is an easy way to keep track of what's happening at the event, with information about pavilions, f...
Osaka's Streets Go Smoke-free Ahead of Expo 2025 Kim Bergström Smoke-free urban areas contribute to a healthier, cleaner, and more welcoming environment for visitors, and Osaka has taken s...
Snow Shoveling Race in Hijiori Onsen 2027 Tiffany Aguilar Held every February in Hijiori Onsen, Yamagata Prefecture, a unique snow shoveling race challenges participants to dig throug...