Japan
7 Different Ways of Experiencing Queer Asia
From the electrifying drag scene in Manila to tranquil Nepalese mountaintops, these are some of the most exciting destinations for LGBTQ travel in Asia.
The Best Affordable Hotels in Tokyo
From Akasaka to Shinjuku, these eclectic Tokyo hotels have rooms for under $300 a night.
The Best Airbnbs in Tokyo
Whether you want to be near nightlife, temples, or shopping, these properties will elevate your trip.
Rashida Jones on a Magical, Deer-Filled Day Trip From Kyoto
The actor and her family visited Nara and were impressed by the depth of spirituality in its artistic spaces.
Layover in Tokyo? Go Strawberry Picking Next to Narita Airport
When faced with a lengthy layover, airline lounges are a fine way to pass the time—but what about an airport farm?
10 Best Airbnbs in Kyoto
From an artist’s guest house to a villa in the mountains, these are some of the best finds in the cultural capital of Japan.
12 Best Hotels in Kyoto
From ryokans to a five-star onsen, here are the best hotels in Japan’s former ancient capital.
Why This Japanese Town Is Blocking Their Best View of Mount Fuji
Crowds of tourists have swarmed a local convenience store for a specific photo of Mount Fuji—and the town has had enough.
Japan Airlines Airbus A350-1000 Review: Business vs. First Class
What it's like flying Japan Airlines business class and first class on the Airbus A350-1000 between New York and Tokyo.
The Best Places to Shop in Kyoto
Mixing fresh thinking and centuries-old tradition, Japan's former imperial capital is a hive of artisanal creativity.
An 8-Day Cycling Adventure From Tokyo to Kyoto
Rather than speeding between the two cities on the Shinkansen bullet train, Tom Vanderbilt explores caught-in-time towns and rides past epic natural beauty on Japan's backroads.
On Location: Japan's Serene Nagano Prefecture Stars in ‘Evil Does Not Exist’
Director Ryusuke Hamaguchi sits down with us to talk glamping, Japan's landscapes, and our responsibilities as visitors.
The 30 Best Hotels in Tokyo
Whether it's a traditional ryokan in the middle of the city or a quirky boutique hotel you seek, Tokyo offers a little bit of everything.
Everything You Need to Know About Japan's New Digital Nomad Visa
The six-month visa is expected to launch in March 2024.
What to Know If You Have an Upcoming Trip to Japan
In the span of a week, a tragic earthquake and airplane collision have taken place in the country—here's how they are impacting travelers.
A New Cruise Is Making the Islands of Japan’s Seto Inland Sea More Accessible
Ponant's eight-day cruise takes travelers on a journey through Japan's Seto Inland Sea onboard a luxury expedition ship.
Where to Eat in Tokyo, According to Chef Junghyun Park of Atomix
The chewy udon noodles, delicate desserts, and sushi reservations to plan a trip around.
11 Top-Rated Airbnbs in Japan, From City Condos to Mountainside Escapes
From a luxury villa in Ito to a traditional Machiya-style home in Kyoto.
In Search of Hokkaido’s Creative Spirit
On Japan's snowy, northernmost island of Hokkaido, Danielle Demetriou discovers creative practices deeply rooted in the physical world—and in the Ainu traditions that have persisted here for centuries.
This Flight to Tokyo Comes With a Free Stopover in Tahiti
Stretch your airfare to two incredible destinations in the South Pacific.