Planning Osaka Makes Lonely Planet's Best in Travel List Kim Bergström Nov 12, 2024 Released on an annual basis, the Lonely Planet Best in Travel list highlights the top countries, cities, and regions to visit for the upcoming year.
8 Culture Meigetsuin Temple’s Hydrangeas Steve Morton Come and explore Kamakura’s Meigetsuin Temple where you can lose yourself amongst the bustling crowds and beautiful sea of vibrant blue hydrangeas.
Culture Furukawa Festival 2026 Apr 19th - Apr 20th The Furukawa Festival, or Furukawa Matsuri, is an annual event of Hida Furukawa’s Kata Wakamiya Shrine.
Culture Awaji Island, Japan: A Hidden Gem in the Seto Inlan... Veronica Carnevale Featuring a legendary history, rich cultural attractions, breathtaking nature, and delectable cuisine from the land and sea, this island is an off-the-beaten-path
Snow Egg Festival 2026 Late Jul Head to Iide Town in Yamagata Prefecture this July for the Shirakawa Dam SNOW EGG Festival, where you can enjoy all the fun of winter in the middle of
Activities A Festive Escape at The Tokyo EDITION Hotels Kim Bergström Spending winter in Tokyo comes with no shortage of illuminations and seasonal displays, but this year one of the most artful holiday experiences can be
Activities 7 Destinations for Autumn Color in Okayama Kim Bergström An under the radar prefecture with plenty of fall foliage gems
Transportation Transit Guide: JBL Pass Veronica Carnevale An affordable bus pass in Japan for travel throughout the country