From Kyoto with Love: What Not to Do in the City

Kyoto has partnered up with TripAdvisor to release some of the city's important dos and don'ts for travelers.

In the Footsteps of Samurai

Walking an ancient highway between Kyoto and Tokyo, rural rhythms mingle with echoes of a feudal past.

Niseko, On and Off the Slopes

Although famed for its powder, Japanese ski resort Niseko has character aplenty off the slopes as well.

An Ode to Tokyo’s Iconic Okura

The days are numbered for this landmark hotel, where echoes of 1960s glamor have long resided.

The Story of Sake in Photos

A new book provides a rare glimpse into the artisanal world of Japan’s national drink.

Why Life Is Longer In The Ryukyus

With bucolic scenery and healthy food, people live to the world's oldest ages in this Japanese archipelago.

Naoshima, An Art Lover’s Paradise

With works by artistic greats, past and present, the Japanese island proves a treasure trove.

Japan’s Ancient Kumano Kodo Trail

Once a pilgrimage route for nobles, the trail is now enjoying a renewed interest from hikers.

See Autumn Foliage in Japan

Fall is the best time to visit Japan's Lake Toya as the leaves turn fiery red and orange hues.