Osaka is surrounded by some of Japan’s best sakura spots. To the north, Kyoto's temples and streets bloom with cherry…
Lucia TsujiguchiMarch 13, 2025
A phoenix is rising in the shadow of Osaka, but you'll need to look closely. It rises slowly and deliberately…
Todd FongOctober 1, 2024
Discover hidden treasures at Japan's top flea and antique markets with our comprehensive shopper's guide in Tokyo and Kansai.
Stefania Da PontApril 4, 2024
One of Japan’s most impressive night illumination festivals is held in the Kansai region: Kobe Luminarie (神戸ルミナリエ). Although the event…
Clémentine CintréJune 24, 2022
I enjoy a sport even more than sakura hunting: It's Momiji autumn leaves hunting. At the beginning of November, the…
Manon ChauvrisJune 17, 2022
Located a few kilometres from Kyoto and Osaka, Nara (奈良市) is one of the historical capitals of Japan. Numerous Buddhist…
Joachim DucosMay 2, 2022
If a visit to Japan in winter has escaped your radar until now, cozying up in local restaurants as you…
Mika CunninghamMarch 29, 2022
This is the third and final installment of our series focusing on experiences along the New Golden Route of Japan…
Burcu BasarFebruary 28, 2022
When travelling in Japan, it is often tempting to visit the famous Kansai trio — Kyoto, Osaka and Nara. But…
Clémentine SandnerJanuary 27, 2022
From the picturesque canals of Kinosaki Onsen to Amanohashidate's pine-covered sandbar, the Kitakinki (北近畿) region has everything necessary to make…
Mika CunninghamJanuary 5, 2022
This is Part 3 of a 3 part series of articles about the New Golden Route, a part of Japan…
Toshiko SakuraiFebruary 12, 2021
If a spacious botanical garden or a tunnel of pink cherry blossoms conjures up images of warmer months in Japan,…
Mika CunninghamFebruary 8, 2021
Universal Studios Japan in Osaka is one of Japan's most popular theme parks next to the Tokyo Disney Resort. Since…
Claudia MitsuboriFebruary 5, 2021
Just outside the crowds of Kyoto city is a world of serene nature, vibrant culture, and deep history that you…
Don KennedyFebruary 3, 2021
Just outside the crowds of Kyoto city is a world of serene nature, vibrant culture, and deep history that you…
Don KennedyFebruary 3, 2021
Just outside the crowds of Kyoto city is a world of serene nature, vibrant culture, and deep history that you…
Todd FongFebruary 3, 2021
Just outside the crowds of Kyoto city is a world of serene nature, vibrant culture, and deep history that you…
Todd FongFebruary 3, 2021
Just outside the crowds of Kyoto city is a world of serene nature, vibrant culture, and deep history that you…
Todd FongFebruary 3, 2021
According to Japanese mythology, Japan was created by the hand of the gods Izanagi and Izanami. Moreover, his children were…
Maria PeñascalNovember 27, 2020
Close your eyes and imagine a path in the middle of a mountain, surrounded by trees of red, ocher and…
Lucia TsujiguchiAugust 30, 2020
Osaka is a beautiful city where you can comfortably unpack your suitcase when visiting the Kansai region. It’s ideally situated…
Roméo ArnaultJuly 23, 2020
Shigaraki (信楽町) is a village in Shiga Prefecture (滋賀県), east of Kyoto. The Prefecture is not only home to the…
Clémentine CintréMarch 16, 2020
Sponsored by Asuka Mura village, Nara Asuka (飛鳥) is a place steeped in history: the first capital of Japan was…
Clémentine CintréAugust 23, 2019
Sponsored by Asuka Mura, Nara. When we talk about Japan's "old capital", most people think of Kyoto. Well-studied people also…
Clémentine CintréAugust 23, 2019
Sponsored by Asuka Mura village, Nara Asuka (飛鳥) is a small village located less than 30 kilometers from Nara city.…
Clémentine CintréAugust 23, 2019
Sponsored by Kinki District Transport Bureau Anyone who has ridden a bike is undoubtedly familiar with Shimano, the world leader…
Joachim DucosJanuary 10, 2019
Sponsored by Kinki District Transport Bureau Matcha (green tea) in Japan is more than an ice cream flavor or a…
Joachim DucosJanuary 8, 2019
