April in Kansai bursts with color and excitement. Alongside cherry blossom festivals and seasonal traditions, you'll also ...

This lesser-visited town in Japan is a dream destination featuring hot springs, rich history, and breathtaking scenery for an ...

An onsen gastronomy trek in rural Japan is a triple indulgence in hot springs, local delicacies and scenic walks. Read more ...

In a nation as culturally rich as Japan, it can be hard to know how to spend your time there. Here are ten of our favorite ...

We ventured out of the hotel in search of some dinner, only to find ourselves in another bar (whoops!) This time, the ...

With a long history as Japan's mercantile heart and major port of call, Osaka is dense and delightfully in your face. Now, as ...

Experience a fusion of ancient hospitality and modern luxury across three historic Japanese regions, offering volcanic hot springs, imperial suites, sake tasting, and more.

Onsen destinations offering relaxation and wellness options are still the option of choice for both domestic and foreign ...

Ryokans have been around in various forms since the 8th century and were originally used as a rest stop for travelers on journeys through not-yet-developed terrain. The oldest hotel in the world, ...

While there is a wide range of accommodation to choose from, a ryokan stay is perfect for the traditional atmosphere of the island. Several offer small extras like an evening taiko drum performance in ...

The area is home to an onsen town of some of the country’s highest quality thermal water - but without the crowds - and traditional accommodation at ‘ryokans’ (inns). “Made up of two areas ...

In this guide, I’ll share a handful of less-touristy activities that allow you to see a different side of Kyoto—one that goes ...