From pink plum blossoms in Setagaya to purple sprays of wisteria in Fukuoka, here are five alternative bloom festivals in Japan – and how to enjoy them responsibly.

Japan is a fascinating country with a unique mix of modern innovations and ancient traditions. It has one eye fixed on the future, while the other one looks deeply into the past. While the gleaming ...

Japan is famous for combining ancient traditions with futuristic cities, but it also has a surprising side. Scattered across the country are places that look like they belong somewhere else entirely: ...

From brightly illuminated cities to sweeping natural landscapes, centuries-old temples to brilliant modern architecture, Japan is a country filled with the unique beauty that comes from blending ...

A view of the ocean from a suite at the Iki Retreat by Onko Chishin on Iki Island, Japan. Its translucent teal waters, neatly terraced rice fields and ancient Shinto shrines make Iki Island an ...

Often overlooked by travelers, Tohoku may be one of the most exciting parts of Japan.

Jourdan Silva is a writer and editor based in Houston, Texas. She graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a B.S. in Corporate Communications Studies back in 2018. Since then, she has ...