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Where to Go in Spring
Cherry Blossom Season in Japan Starts Soon—Here’s When and Where to Go, and How to Avoid the Crowds
The best places to see cherry blossoms from one end of Japan to the other. Plus, where to find some of the country’s top festivals.
February 26, 2026 11:09 AM
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Katherine LaGrave
Off The Tourist Trail
I’m a Tour Guide in Tokyo. These Are My Tips for Avoiding the Crowds in Japan.
Rise with the sun to explore temples, find green spaces in Kyoto and Tokyo, and consider some small towns.
November 19, 2024 01:50 PM
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Yukari Sakamoto
Food + Drink
A Guide to Japanese Food: 13 Essential Dishes to Try in Japan
Japan’s world-renowned cuisine is a reflection of its storied history. Don’t leave the country without trying these foods.
June 12, 2025 01:55 PM
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Yukari Sakamoto
Destination Spotlight
Seek Nature, Onsen, and Food Culture on This Less-Visited Japanese Island
Sip shochu made from local sweet potatoes, eat sashimi from Kinkowan Bay, hike forest trails, and relax in mineral-rich baths in Kyushu.
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Hotels We Love
You’ll Want to Stay at These Hotels in Japan Before They Get Too Hard to Book
Escape the crowds and discover a quieter Japan at these 12 hotels, from mountaintop ryokan to island hideaways.
April 11, 2025 04:58 PM
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Adam H. Graham
Trending News
Popular Japan Attractions Restrict Visitors in Effort to Curb Bad Tourist Behavior
The crackdown—including in Kyoto and Mount Fuji—comes amid growing concerns about overtourism.
May 8, 2024 07:00 PM
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Bailey Berg
Where to Go in Winter
Winter Is Japan’s Most Underrated Travel Season—6 Reasons That Will Have You Booking Your Trip Immediately
Here are compelling reasons to consider a trip to Japan in the winter.
December 16, 2024 02:38 PM
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Anna Mazurek
Hiking + Cycling
6 Majestic Places to Hike in Japan
The country is a dream destination for outdoor adventurers, with trails that run along cerulean coastlines and through dense, mossy forests.
October 14, 2024 12:06 PM
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Christina Garofalo
Stay Here Next
This Dreamy New Hotel in Kyoto Connects Travelers to Japanese Culture
Six Senses Kyoto is the eco-conscious luxury collection’s second urban hotel, and it’s rich in wellness experiences and cultural encounters.
June 14, 2024 12:19 PM
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Kathryn Romeyn
Outdoor Adventure
A 331-Mile Trail in Japan Through Centuries-Old Villages Will Transport You to the Era of Shoguns and Samurais
Sprinkled along the Nakasendo trail, centuries-old towns look nearly as they would have in the Edo period.
April 10, 2025 10:29 AM
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Haley Harrison
Cruise
See Japan’s Quieter Side on This Locally Run Cruise
A recently launched Japanese cruise line is offering a more culturally immersive way to explore lesser-visited corners of Japan.
May 29, 2026 01:19 PM
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Shayla Martin
Stay Here Next
This Idyllic Farm Retreat Is Just Two Hours From Tokyo by Train—and We Were the First to Stay
Azuma Farm Koiwai, a new farm retreat a two-hour train trip north from Tokyo, opens a window onto Japan’s craft traditions in a region few travelers reach.
April 21, 2026 09:59 AM
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Yukari Sakamoto
Destination Spotlight
8 Must-Stop Places on a Trip Around Japan
Visit both well-loved and lesser-known places on your next Japan trip.
June 2, 2023 05:19 PM
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Yukari Sakamoto
Health + Wellness
7 Best Onsen to Visit for a Dip Into Japanese Hot Spring Culture
Travel to these places and try one of Japan’s most relaxing traditions.
May 9, 2023 10:58 PM
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Burcu Basar
Travel Tips + Etiquette
The Best Time to Visit Japan For Every Type of Trip
Here’s when to go to Japan for cherry blossoms, skiing, and fewer crowds.
October 7, 2025 02:46 AM
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Sophie Friedman
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