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News story and travel report archives for Japan
August 2022
July 2022
Travel Guide

Best scenic rides in Japan

A list of rides enjoyed comfortably from trains, boats, ropeways, bicycles and cars
Travel Guide

Yokohama in 2022

Virtual visit to some of Yokohama’s iconic attractions
June 2022
Travel Guide

Kamakura in 2022

Virtual visit to some of Kamakura’s iconic attractions
May 2022
Travel Guide

Osaka in 2022

Virtual visit to some of Osaka’s iconic attractions
Travel Guide

Kyoto in 2022

Virtual visit to some of Kyoto’s iconic attractions
Travel Guide

Tokyo in 2022

Virtual visit to some of Tokyo’s iconic attractions
April 2022
March 2022
February 2022
January 2022
December 2021
November 2021
October 2021
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Virtual tours to Japan

First-person dive into four great sightseeing spots in the Tohoku Region
September 2021
August 2021
July 2021
June 2021
May 2021
Travel Guide

Best of Fukushima

3-day road trip through Fukushima Prefecture
April 2021
Travel Guide

Best of Nikko

Our top 5 recommendations for Nikko
Travel Guide

How to Ramen

Video introduction to the popular noodle dish
March 2021
February 2021
January 2021
December 2020
From Our Staff

2020 Travel Highlights

Staff highlights of a year of researching, reporting and traveling across Japan
November 2020
October 2020
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Traveling in Setouchi

Must-visit locations in the world famous Setouchi Region
September 2020
August 2020
July 2020
Travel Report

Travel restarting: Tokyo

Latest updates from sightseeing spots in Asakusa, Shibuya and Shinjuku
June 2020
April 2020
From Our Staff

Home Delivery by japan-guide.com

A new series of articles on Japan for all of us who are currently staying home to flatten the curve
March 2020
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Shimane Prefecture

Experience the age-old traditions and unspoiled scenic beauty of Japan
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2020 Japan Cultural Expo

A festival of arts, culture and various experiences of the real Japan is happening nationwide
February 2020
January 2020
December 2019
Travel Guide

Visiting Japan during New Year

A visit during New Year can be rewarding as well as frustrating. How to prevent negative surprises.
From Our Staff

2019 Travel Highlights

Staff highlights of a year of researching, reporting and traveling across Japan
November 2019
October 2019
September 2019
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Getting away to Mount Takao

Escaping the hustle and bustle of Tokyo with a day trip to Mount Takao
August 2019
July 2019
June 2019
Travel Guide

Sushi 101

Video guide to enjoying and understanding Japan’s most famous dish
May 2019
Travel Report

Setouchi Triennale 2019

Report from the spring session of the contemporary art festival.
April 2019
Travel Guide

How to use trains

Beginner’s guide to riding trains in Japan with new video
March 2019
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Narita Air and Bus

Taking the overnight bus to Matsushima and Sendai
February 2019
January 2019
December 2018
From Our Staff

2018 Travel Highlights

Staff highlights of a year of researching, reporting and traveling across Japan
November 2018
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Osaka’s Hidden Gems

A gourmand tour of Osaka’s lesser-known nightlife spots
October 2018
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Hiking Between Temple Towns

Following a trail from Arashiyama to Takao in the midst of beautiful nature
September 2018
August 2018
July 2018
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Suzuka Circuit

The perfect holiday stopover for motorsports fans
June 2018
May 2018
April 2018
March 2018
February 2018
January 2018
December 2017
Travel News

Japan during New Year

Visiting Japan during New Year can be rewarding as well as frustrating. Read our advice to prevent negative surprises.
November 2017
October 2017
September 2017
August 2017
July 2017
Travel Report

Spiritual Chichibu

Visiting the three major shrines of Chichibu
June 2017
Travel Report

Exploring Nikko

From its iconic temples and shrines to its dramatic scenery.
May 2017
Travel Report

2017 Cherry Blossoms

Reporting the season from popular hanami spots across the country.
April 2017
March 2017
February 2017
January 2017
December 2016
November 2016
October 2016
September 2016
August 2016
July 2016
June 2016
May 2016
April 2016
Travel Report

Tonami Tulip Fair 2016

Three million tulips can be admired in Toyama Prefecture through May 5.
March 2016
Travel Report

Sake Sangria

Making sangria with sake, pineapple, peaches, oranges and dried persimmons.
February 2016
Travel Report

48 hours in Tokushima

A visit to rural Western Tokushima Prefecture on Shikoku.
January 2016
December 2015
November 2015
Travel News

Rail Pass News

Several rail passes will be changed or newly introduced over the coming months.
October 2015
September 2015

Nakanojo Biennale 2015

Contemporary art festival held in rural Gunma Prefecture until October 12.
August 2015

Kyoto booked out?

How to find a hotel room in Kyoto during the autumn colors.
July 2015
June 2015

Takumi no Waza

Craftsmanship exhibition at the Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi department store in Tokyo.
May 2015

New Rail Pass

From July 2015, a new rail pass for travelers from Nagoya to Ise and Kumano becomes available.

Glass Teahouse with a view

Yoshioka Tokujin unveils his latest work: a transparent glass teahouse with a million dollar view over Kyoto.
April 2015
March 2015
February 2015

Kyoto booked out?

Some tips on how to find a hotel room in Kyoto during the busy cherry blossom season.

Trial Run to Kanazawa

Riding the Hokuriku Shinkansen to Kanazawa ahead of its March opening.
January 2015

Yet another new rail pass

Available from March 14, the Kansai Hokuriku Area Pass will be one of the more interesting rail passes on sale.

Arrival of Ryuhyo

Drift ice was first spotted on January 12 off the coast of Hokkaido, 9 days earlier than average.

NEX Tokyo Direct Ticket

This great deal for foreign tourists will be turned into a round trip version from March 14 and drop a little bit in value.
December 2014

Hokuriku Shinkansen Extension

On March 14, the Hokuriku Shinkansen was extended from Nagano to Kanazawa, reducing travel times to various destinations.

Autumn Color Report 2014

Covering the seasonal colors from the peaks of Hokkaido to the gardens and parks of Tokyo and Kyoto.
November 2014

Kyoto booked out?

Tips on how to find a hotel room in Kyoto during the autumn color season.
August 2014

New Rail Pass for Nozomi

A new rail pass has become available for the Tokaido-Sanyo Shinkansen, but it generally underperforms the Japan Rail Pass.

Kusatsu Onsen Beautification

The hot spring town north of Tokyo keeps becoming more attractive thanks to various beautification projects.
July 2014
June 2014

Toranomon Hills opens

Opened on June 11, Toranomon Hills is Tokyo’s newest landmark and tallest building.

Ginzan Onsen

One of Japan’s prettiest, old-fashioned onsen towns was finally added to our sightseeing guide.
May 2014

Three Years After The Tsunami

Part seven in our open-ended series about the recovery of the tsunami-hit coast of the Tohoku Region.
April 2014

Best Hiking in Japan

A list of recommended hiking destinations across Japan for easy walking to multi-day trekking.

Shopping around Osaka

Exploring the wide range of shopping opportunities around Osaka Station from the newest malls to the local shopping arcades.
March 2014

Haneda Airport expands

The international terminal increased in size, and intercontinental flights started operating during daytime from March 30.

Japan’s 100 Famous Views

A book based on japan-guide.com user ratings went on sale in Japan: The 100 Most Famous Views of Japan selected by foreigners.

Kyoto booked out?

Some tips on how to find a hotel room in Kyoto during the busy cherry blossom season.

Abeno Harukas opens

Japan’s tallest skyscraper opened in Osaka on March 7. It features an elegant observation deck 300 meters above the city.
February 2014

Sounkyo Ice Waterfall Festival

Spectacular ice structures can be seen at this winter festival in the center of Hokkaido until late March.
January 2014

Nagano Snow Resort Pass

A new seasonal bus and rail pass for skiers and snow seekers visiting northern Nagano Prefecture.

Tomonoura

Quiet port town in Hiroshima Prefecture featured in Ponyo and The Wolverine.
December 2013

NEX Tokyo Direct Ticket

A new discount ticket lets foreign tourists ride the Narita Express for just 1500 yen.

Mastercards accepted again

From January 10, 2014, ATMs at 7-Eleven stores resumed accepting Mastercard and Cirrus cards.

Japan during New Year

Visiting Japan during New Year can be rewarding as well as frustrating. To prevent negative surprises, read our advice.

Autumn Color Report 2013

Covering the seasonal colors from the peaks of Hokkaido to the parks of Tokyo and Kyoto.
November 2013

Tokyo Illuminations 2013

From around early November, Tokyo starts to be lit up by various seasonal illumination displays.
September 2013

Nakanojo Biennale 2013

Contemporary art festival which was held in a rural town north of Tokyo this autumn.
August 2013

We Love Japan Tour 2013

The first We Love Japan Tour was successfully completed on November 2. The next tour is planned for 2015.
July 2013

Ise Shrine Rebuilding

In October, the deities of the Ise Shrines moved into their newly built homes in a ceremony repeated every 20 years since the 7th century.
June 2013

New JR East Pass Revealed

A flexible 5-day pass has become available on July 1, 2013, replacing all the previously available passes.

Tohoku Rokkonsai 2013

Report from the festival that combines the Tohoku Region’s six major summer festivals into a single, spectacular super-festival.
May 2013

Izumo Taisha Sengu

Japan’s second most important shrine gets a major overhaul every 60 years. This May, its resident deity moved back into the freshly renovated main hall.

Tottori Sand Museum 2013

The unique Sand Museum next to Tottori’s sand dunes changes its exhibition once per year. This year’s theme is South East Asia.

Fuji Shibazakura Festival

The pink moss at the foot of Mount Fuji is now at its best. The festival continues until June 2.
April 2013

Two Years After The Tsunami

Part five in our open-ended series about the recovery of the tsunami-hit coast of the Tohoku Region.

Golden Week 2013

This year’s Golden Week lasts through May 6. May 3 to 6 will be particularly busy.
March 2013

Setouchi Triennale 2013

In the second edition of this wonderful festival, modern art will be scattered across a dozen small islands in the pleasant Seto Inland Sea.

Higashiyama Hanatoro 2013

From March 8 to 17, Kyoto’s historic Higashiyama District is lit up by thousands of lanterns in the evenings.
February 2013

Tokamachi Snow Festival

Report from the 64th annual snow festival held in Tokamachi, Niigata Prefecture.

Zao Snow Monsters

Photo report from the ski resort of Zao Onsen, where trees turn into monsters.
January 2013

2013 Cherry Blossom Forecast

The blossoms are predicted to open early in Western Japan, according to average schedule elsewhere.