Culture Hokkaido Named a Destination to Watch in 2025 Kim Bergström Jan 27, 2025 ABTA’s (Association of British Travel Agents) Destinations to Watch list for 2025 highlights emerging travel destinations base..
Culture Nagoya Handmade Marche 2026 Jan 31st - Feb 1st The Nagoya Handmade Marche brings one of Japan's largest handmade festivals to Aichi for the first time, and is set to feature..
Transportation JR East to Launch First Ever Shinkansen Mystery Game Kim Bergström Jan 22, 2025 Travel enthusiasts and puzzle lovers are in for a fun new experience starting in late February. JR East’s Niigata Branch has p..
Culture Miyakejima: An Island Adventure From Land to Sea Veronica Carnevale Miyakejima is located approximately 180 kilometers south of mainland Tokyo and is a part of the Izu Islands. With Mt. Oyama—an..
Culture Uozu Tatemon Festival 2026 Early Aug The Uozu Tatemon Festival is held annually on the first Friday and Saturday of August, and it's an event that illuminates summer..
Planning Guide to eSIM in Japan Joanna Ligon There are plenty of ways to keep your Instagram feed alive and your Google Maps on track while in Japan, but one of the most convenient..
Activities 7 Sakura Spots Outside Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto Kim Bergström To avoid overtourism and experience a more tranquil side of Japan, it’s well worth exploring some lesser-known sakura viewing ..
Culture Owara Kaze no Bon 2026 Sep 1st - Sep 3rd The Owara Kaze-no-Bon Festival is held every year from September 1st to 3rd in Yatsuo, Toyama Prefecture, and originated around..