Culture A Luxurious Shiga Escape With Superb Views and Cultural Charm Joanna Ligon If you’re planning a getaway with a touch of luxury, Shiga Prefecture is a great place to start. The region is an easy place ...
Culture Hikari No Mi 2025-2026 Kim Bergström Winter evenings in Matsuyama take on a magical feel with the return of Hikari no Mi, a participatory light art event held at ...
Planning How to Handle Illness Or Injury While Traveling in Japan Veronica Carnevale Whether you are reviewing this guide before your trip or seeking guidance for a present concern, this article will detail how...
Culture Hachinohe, Aomori: Japan’s Northern Frontier Ryan Noble Relax and recharge in Hachinohe, Aomori Prefecture, for striking coastlines, warm hospitality, and exceptional seafood. Disco...
Planning Agoda's Winter Travel Trends in Japan Kim Bergström New search data from Agoda offers insight into domestic winter travel trends, and for inbound international visitors, it can ...
Accommodation An Izu Island Hot Spring Town Escape at Atagawa Resort Hotel Joanna Ligon Izu Atagawa might be unfamiliar to many travelers, but it’s one of Izu Peninsula’s underrated hot spring towns. Steam from th...
Culture Shunan Winter Tree Festival 2025-2026 Kim Bergström Centered around JR Tokuyama Station, the Shunan Winter Tree Festival fills Miyuki-dori Street, Aozora Park, and the station r...
Activities Fun Winter Illuminations in Takayama Kim Bergström Takayama is already an extremely charming destination in winter, but the nearby Okuhida Onsen area takes things up a notch wi...
Culture Meguro River Minna no Illumi 2025-2026 Kim Bergström Winter illuminations are a much-loved Tokyo tradition, but what sets the Meguro River Minna no Illumi event apart from others...
Planning Four Japan Villages Win UN Global Tourism Honor Kim Bergström Japan has picked up some exciting international recognition this year, with four rural destinations named among the Best Tour...