The Golden Route is the quintessential travel itinerary for first-time visitors to Japan. It traditionally includes Tokyo, ...

Every fall, visitors flock to Tochigi Prefecture to experience the stunning koyo (autumn foliage) in Nikko. Located less than ...

Unlock the highlights of Japan with our 10-day itinerary. Experience a mix of tradition and modernity across the country.

Every fall, visitors flock to Tochigi Prefecture to experience the stunning koyo (autumn foliage) in Nikko. Located less than ...

Beniko’s photos taken in Japanese red-light districts focus on the buildings and rooms usually hidden from view. Read more at ...

It was late morning and steam was rising from water tanks atop the colorful, but opaque-windowed, “soapland” sex parlors in a ...

Amaterasu, the mythical progenitor of Japan’s imperial line 2,600 years ago, was lured from her cave to peek at the Goddess ...

It’s late morning and steam is rising from water tanks atop the colourful but opaque-windowed “soapland” sex parlours in a ...

I’d describe it as a tri-peninsula / two-city trip. We flew to Tokyo (more on that coming up!) and enjoyed playing tourists, eating our way around Asakusa, and soaking up the rainbow colours of ...

Meiji Jingu Shrine – A serene escape in the middle of bustling Shibuya. Senso-ji Temple – Tokyo’s oldest temple, located in Asakusa, where you can shop for souvenirs and traditional snacks. Shibuya ...

Meiji Jingu Shrine – A serene escape in the middle of bustling Shibuya. Senso-ji Temple – Tokyo’s oldest temple, located in Asakusa, where you can shop for souvenirs and traditional snacks.