Japan Named Favorite Holiday Country at 2025 ULTRAs Kim Bergström Japan was recently announced as the world's Favorite Holiday Country at the 2025 Ultratravel Awards, known as the ULTRAs, in ...
Golden Route to West Japan: Hiroshima & Fukuoka Tom Roseveare The Golden Route describes a conventional way to see Japan for first-time visitors, taking in some of its established cities—...
Culture Watching Kabuki in Tokyo H. Fern A window into Japan's theatrical history, kabuki deserves a spot on every visitor's itinerary. Here's everything you need to ...
6 Culture Simose Art Museum Peter Lin Simose Art Museum is a beautiful contemporary art museum located near Hiroshima in the town of Otake. The location on the Se...
5 Alternatives to Kyoto's Hotspots in Akita Kim Bergström Kyoto is one of Japan's most celebrated destinations, but in recent years, the city has struggled with overtourism. Akita Pre...
Odate Kiritanpo Festival 2026 Kim Bergström Every autumn, the city of Odate (which is recognized as the birthplace of kiritanpo!) hosts the Odate Kiritanpo Festival, a l...
Culture Fukui's Yokai Are Coming to Light LA Amsden Thanks to the incredible yokai artist Matthew Meyer, Fukui is rediscovering its yokai. With a special spotlight on "Bishagats...
The World Ballet Festival 2027 Veronica Carnevale First held in 1976, the World Ballet Festival is a multi-week event in Tokyo that brings together the world’s most talented d...
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...
Oumi Summer Festival at Ikuta Shrine 2026 Kim Bergström If you're visiting Kobe this August, make time for the Oumi Summer Festival, a lively three-day celebration held at Ikuta Shr...
