What to do in winter in Japan’s Nagano beyond skiing? Visit snow monkeys, onsen, shrines
Tokyo, Nagano is a magnet for skiers and snowboarders, but it also has temples, macaque monkeys and a town Hokusai painted in The air is crisp, the snow deep and undisturbed. The Japanese Alps tower ...
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The Japanese City Called 'Little Kyoto' Is An Uncrowded Gem Full Of Gardens, Geishas, And Samurai History
Avoid the crowds of Kyoto at this underrated Japanese city, where you can discover stunning gardens, preserved traditional ...
Tokyo for first-timers: The best neighbourhoods for urban explorers
This is your definitive guide to the city’s best neighbourhoods and most stylish hangouts, writes Michelle Tchea Pulsating.
Himeji Castle entrance fee to more than double for non-residents
Out-of-towners and overseas visitors to Himeji Castle will be charged more than double what residents here pay to visit the ...
Four towns to visit in Kyushu, an often overlooked corner of Japan
The most famous attraction is Takachiho Gorge – a deep chasm carved out by several explosions from the nearby Mount Aso, ...
I took my kids to Japan and made mistakes. Here’s what I learnt
The land of the rising sun is an excellent child-friendly destination, as long as you do your homework first. Here are 15 ...