Osaka is not Tokyo. It has never tried to be. Whereas the country’s capital exudes a buttoned-up beauty and a cosmopolitan charisma found in only a handful of global megacities, “tenka no daidokoro,” ...

Okay, so listen. If you’re planning a solo trip to Tokyo, forget everything you think you know about luxury travel. This city ...

A cornerstone of Japanese culture, onsen runs the gamut—but these experiences take hot-spring soaks to a whole new level.

With the best views in Tokyo, a phenomenal spa and a hidden speakeasy serving up craft cocktails and vinyl tunes, the ...

With its glinting skyscrapers, narrow alleyways, lantern-festooned temples and neon-clad arcades, Tokyo is one of the most diverse and thrilling cities on Earth — but its sheer size can make choosing ...

When I visited Japan for the first time in April, I couldn’t have predicted how deeply I would fall in love with the country. And that’s saying a lot for a New York City girl who has visited well over ...

After dropping 10% since the start of the year, the yen is at the lowest rate to the dollar in three and half decades, making it a great time to visit Japan. The dollar is strong right now, and its ...

Explore the Kinugawa Onsen district in Tochigi Prefecture, renowned as one of Japan's top three hot spring resort areas. Historically, this site has been linked to hot springs since the late 1600s and ...