Planning Four Japan Villages Win UN Global Tourism Honor Kim Bergström yesterday Japan has picked up some exciting international recognition this year, with four rural destinations named among the Best Tourism..
The Japanese City Set to Shine in 2026 Kim Bergström 4 days ago Long considered Japan's quiet achiever, Nagoya is stepping confidently into the global spotlight after being named one of the..
Accommodation Tokyo to Introduce 3 Percent Lodging Tax From 2027 Kim Bergström Nov 28, 2025 The Tokyo Metropolitan Government has announced that it intends to move from the current fixed-fee system to a percentage-based..
Transportation Narita Airport Retains Top Global 5-Star Rating Kim Bergström Nov 27, 2025 Narita International Airport has once again been recognized as one of the best airports in the world, earning the prestigious 5..
Tokyo's teamLab Planets Takes Top Asia Title Kim Bergström Nov 27, 2025 teamLab's hugely popular digital art museum in Tokyo has once again claimed one of the travel industry's most coveted honors...
Japan Named Favorite Holiday Country at 2025 ULTRAs Kim Bergström Nov 27, 2025 Japan was recently announced as the world's Favorite Holiday Country at the 2025 Ultratravel Awards, known as the ULTRAs, in..
Planning Why Tsuruoka is Calling to Travelers Kim Bergström Nov 27, 2025 Beyond cities like Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto lie regions that are not overwhelmed by travelers, but instead are quietly waiting for..
Shopping Japan's First Official Tamagotchi Factory! Opens Kim Bergström Nov 26, 2025 Tamagotchi Factory!, Japan's first official Tamagotchi shop, opened on November 22th, 2025 at Tokyu Plaza Harajuku's Harakado..