The torii gateways of Motonosumi Shrine ... small restaurants serving up local specialties. Photograph courtesy of Kochi ...

From colorful lantern floats to sky-shattering firework displays, Tohoku’s range of festivities is absolutely unmatched.

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One day in late October, I headed to the port city of Marugame, a five-hour train journey from Tokyo. I was already well ...

As tea houses go, this one’s rather minimalist, even for unostentatious Japan. But although it’s merely a wooden platform ...

Touching down in Tokyo is like landing on a different planet, with few - if any - familiarities. But don't let that put you ...

Away from Tokyo’s city centre crowds, Annabel Grossman slows down to discover Japan’s quiet backstreets, hipster ...

Embark on a Tokyo adventure designed for those who wish to dive deep into the city's vibrant heart in just one day ... Post-lunch, the scenic Ueno Park awaits, with its kaleidoscope of shrines, ponds, ...

Koyasan is a beautiful area known for its central place in Shingon Buddhism. The area is full of spiritual sites, nature, and ...

It might be tempting to think that December isn’t the best time of year to visit Japan. Although December officially marks ...

Venture a bit further and you'll come across blue and white illuminations along Kitajukken river, which connects Asakusa with Tokyo Skytree Town. Make sure to drop by Ushijima Shrine and the ...

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