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Gorgeous leaves are everywhere in Japan, from the center of Tokyo to a lake backed by Mt. Fuji.

Japan’s departure tax, known as the “sayonara tax,” will increase from ¥1,000 to ¥3,000 beginning in July 2026 as the country seeks to improve tourism infrastructure and address overtourism.

If you’ve been dreaming of relocating to Japan and you make more than $68,300 per year, you might be in luck thanks to a new six-month visa program launching this spring.

One way to combat overtourism is to help travelers explore more of the country beyond Tokyo. And Japan Airlines is offering an enticing way to do so—free of charge. But there’s a bit of a catch.

At Mirukashi Salon in Japan, Prairie Stuart-Wolff and Hanako Nakazato offer a model of hospitality and a way of living that centers seasonality.

Train culture runs deep in Japan. But navigating the country’s train system can be intimidating, especially to Americans not used to train travel. Fear not: This primer will help you make the most out of Japan’s rail network.

The majority of Japan’s most stringent border restrictions will be done away with starting October 11.

All Nippon Airways (ANA) recently unveiled “The Room FX,” its next-generation business-class seat, complete with a sofa-style bed.

In October 2023, the price of a Japan Rail Pass will increase by roughly 70 percent.

Several surveys have shown that up to 80 percent of the Japanese public oppose holding the Olympics, and a similar percentage opposed fans from overseas attending.

The hope is that preserving this Japanese American internment camp in Colorado will inform future generations about a shameful part of U.S. history.

“I am determined to achieve the games as a proof of human victory against the pandemic, a symbol of global solidarity and to give hope and courage around the world.”

Travelers need to follow the country’s strict safety measures or risk being sent home.

Since borders are still closed to tourists, take a virtual glimpse at Japan’s famous “hanami” or cherry blossom viewing season.

After a successful test flight, Japan’s SkyDrive Inc. hopes its “flying car” can be made into a real-life product by 2023.