Escape the crowds and discover Kyushu, Japan's hidden gem of rich culture, stunning nature, and authentic experiences.

These bridges still hang precariously across the gorge ... tip of Kyushu, the island of Yakushima is home to a UNESCO-protected forest dominated by thousand-year-old yakusugi (Japanese cedars).

Our final dinner was at Fisherman’s Bar NINA, where chef-owner Nobu-san—a former local fisherman—crafts delicious and ...

The final two rides of this chilly winter trip takes us east from Kumamoto, through the massive Aso Volcano crater, ...

We were standing in the open, wood-paneled kitchen of Mirukashi Salon, a hyper-seasonal culinary retreat set in the hilly ...

We were standing in the open, wood-paneled kitchen of Mirukashi Salon, a hyper-seasonal culinary retreat set in the hilly countryside of Kyushu, the southernmost of Japan’s four main islands.

From classic sights to lesser-known gems and transport tips to seasonal highlights, here’s the lowdown on visiting Japan.

From classic sights to lesser-known gems and transport tips to seasonal highlights, here’s the lowdown on visiting Japan.

From subtropical islands to chilled-out ski resorts, there are so many places in Japan that don't suffer from the overtourism ...

Japan is considering deploying long-range missiles in Kyushu as part of the country's efforts to acquire "counterstrike capabilities" to hit enemy targets in the event of an emergency, government ...