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
Culture Okinawa Winter Escape 2023 Day Three Rey Waters Exploring attractions east, north, and west of Naha. From a wild bird wetland, historic castle, romantic cave, beautiful ocean views,..
Culture Okinawa Winter Escape 2023 Day Four Rey Waters Half day exploration of the Shuri area of Naha
Planning Morioka & Fukuoka Make 2023 Travel List Kim Bergström Jan 17, 2023 This week, the New York Times offered their recommendations for 52 places to travel for 2023, with Morioka and Fukuoka making the 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
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