Whether you're getting from A to B, or turning a journey into an adventure, these are the most scenic train journeys in Japan ...

Japan's railways are a fascinating blend of history and modernity, with many routes having historical significance ...

My first solo trip to Japan was three weeks long. After spending time in places like Tokyo and Kyoto, I learned from packing ...

The town of Kamioka lies in the mountains of central Japan. It was once famous as a major center for mining. Now the mine is closed, but these days the area has become a center for a new and unusual ...

British explorer and writer Isabella Bird arrived in Japan in 1878, just 10 years after the Meiji Era began. Accompanied by a young man who served as both interpreter and attendant, she traveled deep ...

From hiking through snowy forests to visit Japan’s famous snow monkeys to exploring ancient temples and sharing a hot pot ...

The city of Nagoya is the capital of Aichi Prefecture and the hub of Japan's third largest metropolitan region. Located midway between Tokyo and Osaka, it is not just a major economic center, it also ...