Ahead of a record-breaking travel boom, the capital’s best stays fuse futuristic comforts with artisanal touches—proof that Japanese hospitality is constantly being reimagined.

“Tea Bowls for Rikyu” is a quest in Assassin’s Creed Shadows that you can pick up in Yamashiro after you unlock Yasuke. It’s ...

As far back as the 14th century, the lush backyard of the contemporary Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo was called Tsubakiyama, or ...

Unveiling must-see locations Kyoto isn’t just about its central attractions; it boasts numerous hidden gems that capture the ...

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has swiped at U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to raise tariffs on a wide ...

Check out the best family hotels in Kyoto, Japan - including everything from themed hotels to boutiques and ryokans!

Assassin's Creed Shadows has a lot of side quests but this one takes you all around the world in search of Tea Bowls. So here ...

April in Kansai bursts with color and excitement. Alongside cherry blossom festivals and seasonal traditions, you'll also ...

Japan is famous for combining ancient traditions with futuristic cities, but it also has a surprising side. Scattered across the country are places that look like they belong somewhere else entirely: ...

A warm, traditional Japanese-style entrance welcomes guests ... and counter seating. With its convenient location directly connected to the station, it’s an easy stop during your travels—no need to ...

Our Japanese guide, a woman in her 70s, was so excited by the amount of cherry blossoms we saw. “The sighting of our first cherry blossom at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo was joyful. I felt a ...