Tokyo and Kyoto are justifiably popular, but head outside Japan's big cities for the likes of historic Otaru in Hokkaido or ...

For the best travel experience in these 5 top tourist destinations, think beyond the typical hotel, and stay someplace that ...

Kinosaki Onsen, nestled in the northern part of Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, is a picturesque town famous for its hot springs and ...

Ryokan are traditional Japanese inns, known for their hospitality, relaxed atmosphere and Japanese-style architecture. Ryokan are said to date back to the 8th century, and became popular during the ...

NARA -- This western Japan city has seen increasing numbers of inbound visitors strolling around tourist spots wearing kimonos and their summer counterpart, yukata. Westerners in particular appear ...