Not far from Tokyo's Narita Airport, Chiba's east coast is a beautiful area of beaches, forests and unique accommodations.

For residents and visitors to Tokyo, the closest isle worthy of the Cat Island designation lies in Kanagawa Prefecture, the capital’s neighbor to the south. Enoshima, which can be accessed from a ...

The Kumano Kodo Nakahechi course is a majestic pilgrimage trail in Wakayama Prefecture where you can explore historic temples and shrines, dine on local delicacies, and rejuvenate in soothing hot ...

Bread first came to Japan through Portuguese traders and missionaries in the mid-16th century. However, Christianity was banned in the early 17th century, and any toehold bread had made went with it.

图：游戏中心门口摆放整齐的扭蛋机 扭蛋机的最早起源可以追溯到上个世纪1907年代的美国，据说那个时候有一家由托马斯・亚当斯经营的口香糖公司，推出了一款圆形球状的五色口香糖，这种口香糖被装在一个个透明的容器中，丢入硬币转动旋钮即可掉落口香糖球。这种机器就是现在常见扭蛋机的 ...

Thinking about bringing something special to your friends, a loved one or your family in Japan? Read this article before you pack your bags to learn what things aren't allowed into Japan. Go through ...

A long-time resident shares her knowledge of mouth-watering local food spots, great shopping and open green space in one of Japan's most fascinating regional capitals.

虽然最南端已经入梅，日本其它地区的实际梅雨时间会有些差异。上图是2025年各地【预计入梅】时间。 划重点： ①东京、大阪、名古屋的梅雨可能会比去年早两周左右； ②大部分地区都在6月第二周入梅，请备好雨具和除湿设备； ③如果旅行想避开梅雨季，推荐去没有梅雨季的北海道！ 一般来说 ...

There are many different kinds of otsumami. One of the more popular choices is kara-age (から揚げ), which resembles fried chicken—a must when drinking beer! But by far the most popular (and healthiest) ...

Samurai, street fighters, and shamanesses--Japan has its share of fighting women over the centuries. Here are five of the country's most celebrated warriors.

Fukuoka has a well-earned reputation as one of Kyushu's culinary hotspots, but it's also home to an incredibly unique temple! Hop on a train from Hakata Station to see the largest reclining bronze ...

Yokohama is often overlooked by the bigger, brighter lights of Tokyo and Osaka. Big mistake! Japan’ second largest city has developed a unique identity influenced by Western and Chinese culture. We’ve ...