The Hello Kitty Shinkansen is included in the JR Pass and runs as a Kodama service between Shin-Osaka and Hakata. If you ...

Yasui Gorge is considered one of the best places in the region to experience Niyodo Blue. Trek along well-worn paths to ...

Photo by: Laura Pollacco Take a relaxing dip in the onsen after a day on the slopes.

The exterior of the SL Gunma Minakami exudes old-world charm, with its polished metal surfaces and iconic steam chimney. As the locomotive powers through the countryside, the rhythmic chugging and ...

Looking for a temple that blends history, culture, and a bit of fun for your social feed? Hiyoshi Shrine, just northwest of Nagoya in Aichi, offers all that and more. With a mix of historical ...

Kinchakuda Manjushage Park in Saitama is well-known for its stunning display of crimson Higanbana or red spider lilies, one ...

Along with the city’s three other seasonal festivals, the Sapporo Autumn Fest showcases Hokkaido to the world. Every year, over two million attendees head to Odori Park and enjoy the rich culinary ...

Northwest of Sapporo, the port city of Otaru is most famous for the Otaru Canal Cruise. The cruise is an immersive way to learn about the history of the port town and Hokkaido as a whole. In the ...

The festival is named “Kabuto” after the helmet worn by the samurai. Local participants wear complete samurai armor, including well-crafted kabuto helmets, for a striking parade. Many of the ...