Exploring Japanese Architecture: Hotels with History
Nov. 29, 2021
Lovingly renovated hotels from the 19th and early 20th century offer a window into an era when Japan was reopening to the world.
A Bath with a View: Japan’s Most Amazing Outdoor Hot-Spring Baths
Aug. 27, 2021
Not all baths are created equal. Among Japan’s many wonderful “onsen” hot springs, some are distinguished ....
Kissaten: Japan’s Old-School Coffee Shops
Aug. 27, 2021
How about some time travel with your cup of coffee? That’s what you can expect at kissaten, the retro Japanese coffee shops that are enjoying a new lease of life.
Scenic Journeys by Local Train in Japan with the Seishun 18 Ticket
July 27, 2021
The bullet train isn’t the only way to get around Japan. Some of the most scenic train rides are on local lines, which travel through remote and unspoiled parts of the country at a more leisurely pace.
Japanese Matsuri and the Traditional Sounds of Summer
June 28, 2021
Vibrant summer matsuri are some of the best places to experience traditional Japanese music.
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