Activities 2021 Sakura Forecast Serena Ogawa Spring is coming and with it comes cherry blossoms! Find out when to see the lovely flowers in all their glory.
Transportation Final Fantasy VII Meets the Tokaido Shinkansen Kim Bergström Traveling between Tokyo and Nagoya on the Tokaido Shinkansen in early 2026 is set to come with an unexpected bonus for fans o...
Activities 5 Winter Experiences in Monbetsu Kim Bergström Monbetsu in Hokkaido is a true winter wonderland in the colder months, and there are plenty of unique ways to connect with th...
Planning Yamagata One of Nat Geo's Best Places to Visit in 2026 Kim Bergström Yamagata Prefecture has been named on National Geographic's Best of the World 2026 list this week, highlighting it as one of ...
Activities Unique Eco-Tourism Experience at Tottori Sand Dunes Christopher Lawson Visitors to the Tottori Sand Dunes can support hands-on conservation efforts in a UNESCO Global Geopark by participating in s...
Culture Ann Fragrance Marks a New Chapter With Its New Atelier in Omotesando Joanna Ligon 2025 marks a new chapter for Ann Fragrance as it opens the doors to its new atelier in the heart of Omotesando after three wo...
Planning Japan on Safest Travel List for 2026 Kim Bergström It's good news for visitors to Japan, which once again ranks among the world's safest countries for travel in 2026, coming in...
Culture Farm to Table in Ako Tom Fay One of the highlights of any visit to Ako is sampling the abundance of fresh, locally grown produce and excellent seafood whi...
Food Chiikawa Ramen Buta Relocating to Ikebukuro Kim Bergström The popular Chiikawa Ramen Buta is relocating, and reopening with a new setup at Ikebukuro PARCO starting from Saturday, May ...
Planning Tokyo's Akiruno City Sleiman Azizi Akiruno City is famous for its nature. Akigawa Valley is home to the stunning Ishibune Bridge while the city also features To...