If you’re a fun lover seeking a thrilling escape, these eight countries offer adventure, culture, and unforgettable ...

That’s because the cherry blossom season beckons during the earlier months of the year, making travelling to Sakura-dense countries such as Japan and Korea all the ... pastures while taking in the ...

Situated on Otowa Mountain in eastern Kyoto, Kiyomizu-dera Temple wows travelers with its stunning natural scenery ... in the spring when the cherry blossoms are in bloom or in the fall with ...

In this guide, I’ll share a handful of less-touristy activities that allow you to see a different side of Kyoto—one that goes ...

Fall in the garden is a spectacle that rivals any New England autumn. The Japanese maples turn shades of red so vibrant, ...

Good to know: In winter, dress warmly. All visitors are required to sit on the temple’s chilly floor and use a calligraphy ...

Close encounters of a different kind draw hordes of foreign visitors to Japan at this time of year. It’s cherry blossom viewing season, and this spring marks the first since COVID-19 was ...

Cherry blossom season in Japan usually doesn't start until late March, but "four season sakura" or shikizakura bloom twice year, including in winter. The flowers are on full display at a farm ...

A street that crosses through the Imperial Palace in Tokyo will be open to the public for cherry blossom viewing for the first time in four years from March 25 to April 2, the Imperial Household ...

In the wonderful world of BL, this year saw interesting new storylines and classic themes—from falling in love with a ...

People in a hot spring town in western Japan ... decorates 21 cherry trees with over 600,000 LEDs. Whether going for a stroll or soaking in a footbath, visitors can bask in the scenery until ...

If you have extra time, Fushimi Inari Shrine is worthwhile. As far as Shinto shrines go (there are about 400 in Kyoto), this one is pretty special. Perched on a wooded hillside in southern Kyoto ...