A string of traditionally popular places, the ‘Golden Route’ has long been a favorite for Japan’s visitors – but now it’s ...

Most visitors hit the "golden triangle" of Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto on Honshu's east coast. Here's why the regions of Chugoku ...

An American tourist faces legal consequences for allegedly defacing Tokyo’s iconic Meiji Shrine. Discover how this act highlights global challenges in balancing tourism with cultural preservation.

Intrigued, we made our way up the incline next to the sign, passing beneath the stone torii gate that marks the boundary of ...

Most visitors hit the "golden triangle" of Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto on Honshu's east coast. Here's why the regions of Chugoku and Shikoku shouldn't be overlooked, and everything you should see during ...

The shrine complex dates back to the eighth century, but it's not the star of the show. Most visitors come for the close to 10,000 red and orange lacquered torii gates that line the 2 ½-mile-long ...

Ise Grand Shrine, in the city of Ise in Mie Prefecture ... Around the winter solstice, the sun rises magnificently behind the torii gate at the bridge. It’s cold and dark in the winter, but ...

Bush, and former U.S. Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton. The entrance to the shrine features large wooden gates, known as torii's, which have curved beams. If convicted, Hayes faces up to ...

Dreaming of soaking in your own private onsen in Hakone with Mount Fuji views? This luxury self-catering apartment on Lake ...

A global symbol of the importance of peace, Hiroshima is a vibrant commercial and culinary centre on the delta of the Ota River, shaped by the river’s six channels and knitted together by bridges. The ...

Travelling to Japan - again? Planning your itinerary as a frequent traveller can get repetitive, and while classic tourist spots like Tokyo remain as a must-go, ever wondered where do the Tokyo locals ...