Culture Sado Island Galaxy Art Festival 2026-2027 Kim Bergström Known for its pristine natural landscapes and longstanding traditions, Niigata's Sado Island is no slouch on the art scene, e...
Activities Nemophila Season at Yabakei Valley Kim Bergström Nemophila, or baby blue eyes, are one of Japan's popular springtime flowers, and one of the most well-known spots to enjoy th...
Culture Tokyo Marathon Event 2027 Tiffany Aguilar With a mission to promote a healthy lifestyle, the Tokyo Marathon Foundation hosts a city marathon every year on the first Su...
8 Activities Fantasy World of Tajima Masayoshi Hirose Photo story introducing Takeda Castle, aka "Castle in the Sky", recently spotlighted in Japan's media and bustling with visit...
Culture Suica 2026 and Beyond: What’s New and What’s Cool Joanna Ligon JR East’s long-term vision transforms Suica from a commuter tool into a digital gateway to modern living.
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...
Activities Jingu Gaien Ginkgo Festival 2026 Louise George Kittaka Fall is a wonderful time to visit Tokyo. The days are often sunny and temperatures are mild, making it ideal weather for view...
Planning Staying at a Ryokan One of Lonely Planet's Top Experiences for 2026 Kim Bergström Lonely Planet has included spending a night at a ryokan among its 25 Best Experiences for 2026, praising it as one of the mos...
Culture Atami Marine Fireworks Festival 2026 Kim Bergström The Atami Marine Fireworks Festival originally started in 1952 as a celebration of the area's reconstruction efforts after Ty...
