Transportation Final Fantasy VII Meets the Tokaido Shinkansen Kim Bergström Dec 17, 2025 Traveling between Tokyo and Nagoya on the Tokaido Shinkansen in early 2026 is set to come with an unexpected bonus for fans of Final Fantasy VII.
Culture The 99th Tokyo International Gift Show: Spring 2026 Mid Feb The Tokyo International Gift Show (TIGS) returns for its 99th spring edition to redefine the beauty and art of gift giving.
5 Reasons to Visit the Izu Peninsula Kim Bergström Just a short ride from Tokyo, the Izu Peninsula is one of Japan’s most diverse and inviting resort regions.
Accommodation The Highland Resort Hotel & Spa Maren Pauli The Highland Resort Hotel & Spa at Mount Fuji is your best luxury choice for a relaxing weekend in Yamanashi Prefecture.
Activities Hiking Along the Oirase Stream Mandy Bartok The Oirase Stream in Aomori Prefecture offers easy day hiking in a pristine forest setting.
Culture The Tourist Attraction that Isn't Todd Wojnowski The Ushiku Daibutsu is the third-tallest statue in the world, but is a bizarrely underwhelming experience for tourists and visitors.