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A woman walking through a bamboo forest in Kyoto

Journeys: Asia

The Best 12-Day Japan Itinerary for First-Time Visitors

Sample sake, craft sushi, soak in hot springs, and meditate with a monk on this journey through Japan’s heart.

Sponsored by Emerald Cruises & Tours

Delicious cuisine, like that of a Swedish Fika, or coffee break, abounds throughout the Nordic countries.

Journeys: Food + Drink

Savor Nordic Food in Iceland, Sweden, and Denmark

Explore Michelin-starred restaurants, local and seasonal delicacies, and more in Reykjavik, Stockholm, Gothenburg, and Copenhagen.

September 8, 2023 12:07 PM

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The Nordics

Unpacked, the Podcast

S3, E14: Unpacking One of the World’s Most Diverse Cities

On this week’s episode of Unpacked, we explore one of the world’s most diverse cities—which didn’t really start out that way.

April 17, 2024 09:13 PM

Winter 2026

Read articles from this print issue of Afar Magazine.

January 5, 2026 09:31 AM

Lanterns at the Kasuga-Taisha Shrine in Nara, Japan

Journeys: Asia

The Perfect Cruise Around Japan—Even if You’re Not a “Cruise Person”

Sail around the islands of Honshu, Shikoku, and Kyushu in Japan and the pretty port city of Busan in South Korea for a trip filled with food and colorful traditions.

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