Get spirited away in these whimsical places!

From beautiful onsens and stunning Christmas light-ups to the highest density of sushi stores in all of Japan (fun fact!), here is our guide to the top spots to check out in Tohoku’s southern prefectures. 

Keen to experience the cherry blossom phenomenon that attracts millions of tourists globally each year? Consider these various places in Japan you can visit throughout springtime!

In this guide, our writer Nadhira breaks down her recommended things to do while in the beautiful rural prefecture of Kochi, Japan!

Japan’s two most visited cities, Tokyo and Osaka, are well-connected by the Shinkansen. Running at top speeds of 300 km/h, the Tokaido Shinkansen takes you from one city centre to another in just under 3 hours. That gives you plenty of time to see what there is in these two cities – from Osaka to […]

If you want proof that print is alive and kicking, look no further than these bookshops in Tokyo!

This underrated gem packs a punch with ‘snow monsters’, wintertime sakura, and all-you-can-eat seafood!

At the Ghibli Museum, a whimsical escape awaits.

Beginners and advanced skaters alike: you won’t be able to resist these rinks decorated with the Christmas cheer!

I’ll admit it, Japan has always been my favourite travel destination.  Since my first time visiting Japan a school trip seven years ago, I have been frequently visiting the land of the rising sun since. I’ve been there so often, that I can’t even count the number of times I’ve travelled to Japan with one […]

After much anticipation to our Joyful Trains rides, here’s a recount of our experience on Nagano and Niigata’s themed rails.

Head over to this region and to see what sets this prefecture apart from the rest – prehistoric giants!