Travel Tips

Japan’s autumn foliage season (koyo, 紅葉) rivals cherry blossom season as the most spectacular natural event in the Japanese calendar […]

The Shinkansen (新幹線, “new trunk line”) is one of the world’s great engineering achievements and Japan’s most iconic mode of

Japan’s cherry blossom season (sakura, 桜) is one of the world’s great natural spectacles — a fleeting explosion of pale

Tokyo has some of the finest hotels on earth — alongside some of the best budget options in any major

Japan is one of the world’s most rewarding travel destinations — and one of the most different from anywhere else

Mount Fuji (富士山, Fujisan) is Japan’s most iconic image and its highest peak at 3,776 meters. This sacred volcano has

Staying connected in Japan has never been easier — or more important. With Google Maps navigating train systems, Google Translate

Two weeks is the sweet spot for a first trip to Japan. It’s enough time to experience Tokyo’s electric energy,

Tokyo is one of the world’s greatest cities, and choosing where to stay can make or break your trip. With

Choosing the right time to visit Japan can make or break your trip. Japan is a spectacular year-round destination, but