Once a thriving trade hub, Niigata City’s old world streetscapes, delectable cuisine, and unique culture continues to ...

Fukushima Lagoon is a natural oasis tucked into the suburbs of Niigata City. Native animals thrive among urban surroundings, ...

This 3-day Hiroshima itinerary covers the best things to do in Hiroshima City, Miyajima, and other must-visit destinations in ...

Colorful, modern, and dynamic, Harajuku fashion is the reflection of Japan’s latest trends! But how did Harajuku fashion come to be and what is its true meaning? Has Harajuku fashion changed ...

Catch a YOKOHAMA DeNA BAYSTARS game for an authentic taste of Japanese baseball culture at Yokohama Stadium! Make the most of your visit by exploring Yokohama's popular attractions before or after the ...

Miyazaki Prefecture is one of Japan’s most underrated gems, located on the southern tip of Kyushu, where visitors can experience a perfect blend of stunning coastal landscapes, sacred shrines, rich ...

Sado Island can be easily reached by ferry from Niigata Port in Niigata City or Naoetsu Port in Joetsu City. Ferries from Niigata Port run to Ryotsu Port on the eastern side of Sado Island, while ...

Looking for things to do in Tokyo at night? With a profusion of late-night shops, bars, restaurants, activities, and sightseeing spots, expeditions in Tokyo don’t have to stop once the sun sets. In ...

Did you know there are various types of kimono, each designed for different occasions? Married and single women, for example, traditionally wear different styles of kimono. The world of Japanese ...

While already loved by those in the know, Kengo Kuma’s design of the 68,000-seat Japan National Stadium for the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics really put his name onto the world stage. Integrating ...

The Kansai region is located slightly west of the central part of mainland Japan and consists of six prefectures: Osaka, Kyoto, Shiga, Nara, Wakayama, and Hyogo. It takes up an area of approximately ...