Destinations
Africa
Asia
Caribbean
Europe
Middle East
North America
South + Central America
Oceania
All Travel Guides
Trip Ideas
AFAR Advisor
Art + Culture
Beaches
Cities We Love
Cruise
Destination Spotlight
Epic Trips
Family Travel
Food + Drink
Health + Wellness
Holiday Travel
In the Magazine
LGBTQ Travel
Longreads
Outdoor Adventure
Road Trips
Sustainable Travel
Weekend Getaways
Where to Go Next
Tips + News
Air Travel News
Cruise News
The Future of Travel
Loyalty + Rewards
Packing Tips + Gear
Trains
Travel Deals
Travel Tips + Etiquette
Trending Travel News
Visas + Passports
Hotels
Hotels We Love
Most Recent Articles
Journeys
Podcasts
Unpacked
Travel Tales
Subscribe
Newsletter
Subscribe to Print Magazine
Give a Gift
Renew Magazine
Magazine Customer Service
Menu
Destinations
Africa
Asia
Caribbean
Europe
Middle East
North America
South + Central America
Oceania
All Travel Guides
Trip Ideas
AFAR Advisor
Art + Culture
Beaches
Cities We Love
Cruise
Destination Spotlight
Epic Trips
Family Travel
Food + Drink
Health + Wellness
Holiday Travel
In the Magazine
LGBTQ Travel
Longreads
Outdoor Adventure
Road Trips
Sustainable Travel
Weekend Getaways
Where to Go Next
Tips + News
Air Travel News
Cruise News
The Future of Travel
Loyalty + Rewards
Packing Tips + Gear
Trains
Travel Deals
Travel Tips + Etiquette
Trending Travel News
Visas + Passports
Hotels
Hotels We Love
Most Recent Articles
Journeys
Podcasts
Unpacked
Travel Tales
Subscribe
Newsletter
Subscribe to Print Magazine
Give a Gift
Renew Magazine
Magazine Customer Service
Search results for
Submit
There are 74 results that match your search.
Outdoor Adventure
In Japan, Skiing on an Extinct Volcano Takes Adventure to New Heights
Off the northwestern tip of Japan lies Rishiri, a volcanic island that offers sea-to-summit skiing.
October 28, 2022 12:08 PM
·
Francesco Bassetti
Travel Inspiration
Have Parka, Will Travel: 6 Places That Shine During the Winter
Snowbirds, allow me a minute to change your mind?
October 05, 2022 11:52 PM
·
Chloe Arrojado
Outdoor Adventure
4 Reasons Why Tohoku, Japan Should Be Your Next International Trip
Discover a UNESCO City of Gastronomy, architecture, whiskey, and more in this lesser-known—and absolutely gorgeous—region of Japan.
Sponsored by
Japan National Tourism Organization
Tips + News
Splurge vs. Steal: A Tokyo Trip on Two Budgets
Whether you’re on the hunt for an over-the-top escape or an affordable getaway, we’ve got you covered.
March 12, 2020 04:25 PM
·
Katherine LaGrave
Tips + News
A Recent Trip to Asia Reveals the Toll of Coronavirus on Tourism
AFAR’s SEO manager Jessie Beck booked a vacation to Japan and South Korea well before the COVID-19 outbreak began taking over international headlines. When she got on the ground, things were changing—quickly.
March 10, 2020 07:55 PM
·
Jessie Beck
COVID + Travel
Japan Cancels Cherry Blossom Festivals and More as It Faces Coronavirus Outbreak
If you’re traveling to Japan, these are the events that are canceled and museums and theme parks that are closed due to the coronavirus outbreak.
February 27, 2020 05:52 PM
·
Lyndsey Matthews
Tips + News
7 Luxury Travel Trends for 2020
Luxury travel will never go back to the way it was before, and the travel industry—through top travel advisors, hotels, cruise lines, and destinations—has the power to lead the way.
December 12, 2019 04:03 PM
·
Annie Fitzsimmons
Where to Travel Next
Where to Go in 2020
36 destinations to kick-start your travel dreaming and scheming.
December 09, 2019 09:45 AM
AFAR Advisor
Signature Travel Network: Next Year’s Hot Destinations
These 11 destinations might not be on your radar.
October 03, 2019 03:46 AM
·
Annie Fitzsimmons
Tips + News
Japan Is Testing an Even Faster Bullet Train
The speed would make it the fastest of its kind in the world.
May 29, 2019 10:22 AM
·
Katherine LaGrave
Travel Tips + Etiquette
Temples, Tipping, and Train Rides: A Guide to Japan for First-Timers
Planning a trip to Japan can be intimidating for the first-time visitor, so we’ve turned to a team of travel experts to learn the secrets to a successful vacation.
May 01, 2019 05:18 PM
·
John Newton
Where to Go in Winter
9 of the World’s Most Romantic Winter Wonderlands
Snowy backdrops and cozy firesides are the best for snuggling up to your special someone. Here’s where to plan your next romantic winter trip.
December 10, 2018 07:26 PM
·
Dana Brindle
Hiking + Cycling
6 Majestic Places to Hike in Japan
From snow-capped volcanoes, to dense forests, to UNESCO World Heritage pilgrimage routes, this country is a dream destination for outdoor adventurers.
December 04, 2018 12:57 PM
·
Christina Garofalo
Health + Wellness
Why You Should Go Forest Bathing in Japan
Japan is the birthplace of the forest bathing trend. One writer went straight to the source to gain a new perspective on life in one of the country’s 62 official healing forests. Here’s how you can, too.
October 29, 2018 10:15 PM
·
Katie Lockhart
Where to Go in Winter
Why You Should Go to Hokkaido in Winter—Even if You’re Not a Skier
Skiers and snowboarders flock to this Japanese winter wonderland for its piles of snow, but there are plenty of other reasons to visit the northernmost island prefecture—here’s how to spend your trip there whether you’re hitting the slopes or not.
October 19, 2018 11:19 AM
·
Erik Trinidad
Previous
2 of 5
Next