If you’re thinking about coming to Japan in October, then you’ll be visiting at one of the best times of the year. October is ...

In the opposite direction, across the Kamo River, the Higashiyama Ward to Kyoto’s east has emerged as a high-end hotel hot ...

If you think cherry blossom season is the only time to visit Japan then think again. The magical snow-covered landscapes of ...

Looking to rekindle romance or plan the perfect getaway with that special someone? From serene tropical islands to charming ...

Cruise ships turned away, angry locals protesting against visitors, even cities charging tourists to visit. The images and reality of the backlash against mass tourism are becoming increasingly ...

Japan is not having it, with the throngs of tourists overtaking its most popular cities, such as Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto. The ...

Most of us would associate the word "Akita" with the Akita Inu, but the city of Akita, Japan, is so much more than that. Located just about an hour's flight north from Tokyo, Akita is home to the most ...

The scenic island nation of Japan continues to be a hot destination for tourists who are inspired by architecture, local ...

Trinasolar, the global PV powerhouse, is redefining land use in the Asia-Pacific region by blending solar energy production ...

Digital art collective Naked is transforming Kyoto temples and castle with projection mapping and illuminations ...

When Kyoto Animation suffered from an arson attack, the anime world rallied around the studio that has made some of the most gorgeous examples of animation in the medium. The incident resulted in the ...

The Yakuza/Like a Dragon franchise has rapidly surged in popularity, becoming one of the most prominent game series of recent years.