Today, we’re heading to the southern tip of Kyushu for another cold winter cycling trip, this time exploring the Satsuma and ...

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

Unzen Jigoku (Unzen Hell Valley) – Follow the wooden path through Unzen Jigoku, a dramatic geothermal field where clouds of ...

On a clear, sunny day in July, Yuval Zohar boarded a ferry at Kagoshima port, on Japan's southwestern island of Kyushu, and headed to the tiny island of Iojima (not to be confused with Iwo Jima, ...

A new model of ownership is allowing middle-class families and wealthy vacationers alike to buy a piece of alluring ...

Commercial production of black eggs boiled in the bubbling hot springs of Owakudani began several decades ago—but the ...

The thriller-comedy marks the directorial debut of Morihito Inoue, two-time winner of the National Independent Kaiju Film ...

Japan offers travelers a truly unique luxury sleeper train experience, but be warned, the price is commensurate with the ...

This Japanese city may often be overlooked, but it's packed with delicious street food and friendly locals waiting to chat ...

From subtropical islands to chilled-out ski resorts, there are so many places in Japan that don't suffer from the overtourism ...

From classic sights to lesser-known gems and transport tips to seasonal highlights, here’s the lowdown on visiting Japan.

The spiciest ramen is served in a black bowl. Photograph by James Whitlow Delano/Redux Japan’s favorite comfort food comes in ...