While Mie may not have the name recognition abroad of its famous neighbors, Osaka and Kyoto, the prefecture boasts plenty of ...

Japan lends itself to a multi-day guided walking trip, a rich culture with a surprising amount of wilderness to explore, ...

On an island off the coast of Nagasaki, ruins that seem on the verge of collapse stand clustered behind a high seawall.

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These worldwide destinations burst with stunning pink and white sakura each spring, offering breathtaking cherry blossom ...

Coral Expeditions has three 14-night Through the Heart of Japan departures in 2025: October 4, October 18 and November 2.

Skip the crowds in Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto, and explore these lesser-known cities with equally stunning cherry blossom ...

Creation legends and folk tales swirl like snow and leaves across the protected landscapes of Japan. This selection of four ...

The Lake Kawaguchi area is a must-visit destination year-round, but in autumn, it takes on a special magic. With vibrant fall ...

The Konomiya Naked Festival, known as a bizarre festival, was held at Konomiya Jinja shrine in the city of Inazawa, Aichi ...

A popular anime has inspired a young man to move here where the show is set and become active in the community around a local ...