From pink plum blossoms in Setagaya to purple sprays of wisteria in Fukuoka, here are five alternative bloom festivals in Japan – and how to enjoy them responsibly.

Unlike typical buffets, Japanese all-you-can-eat dining focuses on freshly prepared food served directly to the table. At Yakiniku Rikimaru, guests order a wide variety of meats and side dishes from ...

Japan has officially welcomed its cherished cherry blossom season, with government spotters announcing the first blooms in three cities on Monday. The declaration, made by officials from the Japan ...

Japan is an alluring destination because of its many juxtapositions. Neon skyscrapers tower over Shinto shrines, and salarymen ride the train next to Harajuku girls. The Land of the Rising Sun also ...

Japan broke a record for tourism in 2024, with people from all over the world visiting the island nation. But the country has even bigger tourist goals for the years ahead. Hokuto Asano, first ...