Planning CNN Names Kansai Region a Top Pick for 2025 Travel Kim Bergström Jan 4, 2025 CNN has named the Kansai region as one of their top places to travel for 2025, with the upcoming World Expo and other destinations like Nara, Hyogo, and
Accommodation Hoshinoya Nara Prison Opening in 2026 Kim Bergström Nov 11, 2025 However, Hoshino Resorts is about to change that with the opening of Hoshinoya Nara Prison in April 2026.
Culture JAPA VALLEY TOKYO Opening in 2027 Kim Bergström Sep 1, 2025 Pharrell Williams and NIGO® are set to bring a new cultural landmark to Tokyo in 2027 with the opening of JAPA VALLEY TOKYO.
Planning Hokkaido Adding Lodging Tax From 2026 Kim Bergström Dec 29, 2024 overtourism challenges, the Hokkaido Prefectural Assembly passed a bill this December to introduce an accommodation tax which will take effect in April 2026
Planning Booking.com's 2026 Travel Trends Fit Japan Perfectly Kim Bergström Booking.com's 2026 Travel Trend Forecast highlights "The Era of YOU," a shift toward travel that reflects individuality, personal meaning, and interest-driven
Planning Japan on Safest Travel List for 2026 Kim Bergström Oct 17, 2025 It's good news for visitors to Japan, which once again ranks among the world's safest countries for travel in 2026, coming in ninth on the latest list
Planning Japan's Cherry Blossom Forecast for 2023 Kim Bergström Find out when the cherry blossom is expected to bloom in Japan in 2023 so you can start preparing your sakura-inspired trips and outings well in advance