Blending fantastic views with vertigo-inducing heights, Japan’s suspension bridges are a fun way to experience Japan’s nature ...

Tohoku is rebuilding its tourist economy after the 2011 Japanese earthquake and tsunami. Here’s all the info you need to plan ...

Situated on Otowa Mountain in eastern Kyoto, Kiyomizu-dera Temple wows travelers with its stunning natural scenery, which visitors say is best viewed from the verandah off the temple's main building.

Combat overtourism in other parts of Japan by visiting this central region. Here’s everything you should know before your ...

Combat overtourism in other parts of Japan by visiting this central region. Here’s everything you should know before your ...

Tohoku is Japan’s lesser-known wonderland of nature and culture. Visit the holy mountain shrines of Dewa Sanzan. Find peace ...

Whether you’re drawn by the iconic routes of mainland Japan or the serene landscapes of Hokkaido, cycling in Japan is a ...

Ginkaku-ji Temple was built by the 8th Shogun of the Muromachi period, Yoshimasa Ashikaga, who built it originally as a mountain villa in Higashiyama. Its construction was based on Kinkaku-ku Temple, ...

Explore boreal forests in Japan and subtropical jungles while immersing yourself in its rich spiritual and cultural heritage.

A trip to Japan can be one of the most enriching experiences of your life! The entire country is packed with cities ...

The 1,200 or so seemingly whimsical arhat statues that stand shoulder-to-shoulder at a temple in the city’s ... was flooded with people from across Japan eager to devote their works.

In addition to the seated statue of Yakushi Nyorai, which is the principal image of the temple, Nikko Bosatsu and Gakko Bosatsu are enshrined there. These statues have been designated as an Important ...