Despite offering some of Japan’s most beautiful scenery, Shirakawa-ko isn’t all that famous. “Wait a second,” you might be saying, “isn’t that village in Gifu Prefecture with the thatched roofs one of ...

Village officials have released an unusual tourism guidebook aimed at alleviating overtourism problems and concerns in the ...

The Historic Villages of Shirakawa-gō and Gokayama are two traditional mountain villages located in the Shogawa river valley ...

For authentic cultural experiences away from crowds, visit these five serene Japanese villages that showcase scenic beauty ...

SHIRAKAWA, Gifu Prefecture--The Shirakawa village office will raise fees at municipal parking lots on Oct. 1 in hopes of thinning out the crowds of tourists here, which is part of a UNESCO World ...

Escape the crowds and discover a quieter Japan at these 12 hotels, from mountaintop ryokan to island hideaways.

Global Village, one of Dubai's most popular family destinations, has announced the last day it would be open, this season. In a tweet on X, the outdoor shopping destination said that the last day ...

An award-winning short film shot in the Mourne Mountains and released last year is being streamed across Japan. Dear Imelda was snapped up by Irish film distribution company Network Ireland ...

Beginning in the 17th century, the Nakasendo trail connected Kyoto and Edo, now modern-day Tokyo. Along this path, 69 designated post towns operated as resting stations where weary travelers could ...

Set in Kyoto, 500 metres from Shoren-in Temple and 600 metres from Samurai Kembu Kyoto, Shirakawa Cottage offers free WiFi and air conditioning. The property is situated 1.3 km from Heian Shrine, 1.9 ...