While urban landscapes have their charm, I sometimes find myself overwhelmed by the concrete jungle. When that happens, I will grab my hiking boots and backpack and set off up one of the nearby ...

Jeanette Aw is no stranger to Japan. And we don't mean just as a tourist. In 2019, the actress, author and filmmaker spent ...

The town of Matsuyama, on the island of Shikoku, is a gem for the adventurous traveler. It hosts one of Japan's most ...

The Hakone Ropeway carries passengers high above the rugged terrain ... The number isn’t random; it’s deeply tied to Japan’s cultural beliefs, since the number seven is considered lucky. Sato ...

Around the world, they are in unusual venues ranging from a Japanese museum in a mountain forest to a Warsaw church dome ...

Plan your day trip from Tokyo to Mount Fuji with insights on top hiking routes, viewing spots, where to eat, and the best ...

We ventured out of the hotel in search of some dinner, only to find ourselves in another bar (whoops!) This time, the bartender, Sam, wandered over to say hello, and, learning it was our honeymoon, ...

YOKOHAMA, Japan -- After a hiatus of 10 years, long-time hospitality business specialist Akira Ando last June returned to the post of president at the operator of the Fujiya Hotel, Japan's first ...

TOKYO — One of the most iconic sights of Japan, seen on many travel posters ... The best views are had from a small mountain resort town called Hakone, about a 55-mile drive from the Japanese ...