Transportation Two Japanese Airlines Make Skytrax's Top 10 Kim Bergström Jun 28, 2023 Omotenashi is a Japanese concept rooted in exceptional hospitality and... Because of this, it may not come as a surprise that two Japan-based airlines
Food Hiro Sakai Bonson Lam Not to be confused with Hiro Sakai in Frankfurt, this family-sized eatery's full name is Te uchi soba hiro, or Hiro's hand-made soba, the star of Sakai
Culture Utsunomiya – Home of Oya Stone Lisa Wallin Utsunomiya is home to Oya stone, a rock made of underwater volcanic debris.
23 Culture Nagano Countryside Elena Lisina Also, as I get tired of living in a big city, going to the countryside is... It is an absolutely quiet place, so during our walks with my friend and
Culture Takaoka Metal Casting Alena Eckelmann Takaoka is famous throughout Japan for its well-developed metal casting industry.
Planning Yamagata One of Nat Geo's Best Places to Visit in 2026 Kim Bergström Oct 22, 2025 Yamagata Prefecture has been named on National Geographic's Best of the World 2026 list this week, highlighting it as one of the most exciting destinations
Culture Kurume Water Festival 2026 Aug 3rd - Aug 5th The Kurume Water Festival is held every year from August 3rd to 5th, and has a history spanning over half a century now.
Accommodation Gero Onsen's Ryokan From Edo Period Emi Takahata Hot springs are one of the most beloved spots across Japan, and there are tons of onsen facilities in a volcanically active country.