Activities More Fun Coming to Oita for Sanrio Fans Kim Bergström 3 days ago Sanrio is beginning a major makeover of its long-running Harmonyland theme park in Hiji Town, turning it into a full entertainment resort.
Transportation Pikmin Terrace in Miyajima SA Kim Bergström Oct 3, 2025 For a limited time, travelers in Japan can experience the whimsical world of Pikmin Terrace.
Activities GiGO Naha Kokusai Dori Kim Bergström Naha's Kokusai Dori shopping street has a new addition as of early August: a multi-floor GiGO arcade offering a mix of nostalgia, pop culture, and entertainment
Culture Watching Kabuki in Tokyo H. Fern A window into Japan's theatrical history, kabuki deserves a spot on every visitor's itinerary.
Activities 4 Days in Shiga and Fukui: Venturing North Featured The success of the Hokuriku bullet train has helped put Kanazawa city on the map, halving what was previously a 5-hour journey from Tokyo.
Culture Tokyo: Where the Past and Future Coexist Veronica Carnevale Although Tokyo is futuristic, its connection to traditional Japan persists, creating a unique landscape where the past and future live in harmony.