Overtourism is spoiling the country’s traditional draws – but its Three Great Gardens offer an opportunity to escape the ...

Snow, ski, sushi, and a bout of sea-sickness summed up our holiday perfectly - or imperfectly, but it was hands down one of ...

From Tokyo to Kyoto, award-winning architect learns first-hand how embracing change honors the past and the future ...

There are a host of ryokans in Shibu Onsen town – here’s my pick of the Shibu Onsen best ryokans [private onsens, great food, ...

Our Shibu Onsen Guide covers how to get here, what to see, and what to do in one of Nagano’s most photogenic onsens towns.

Don’t expect raucous party scenes or over-the-top après-ski. In Japan, it’s all about the snow. Here’s a primer on where to ...

While it's a delight to see the flowers while walking around popular spots in Japan, why not enjoy cherry blossoms in a more memorable, luxurious way in 2025? We have selected some of the best ...

A Japanese architecture firm which has pioneered “sustainable, user-centred design” has been awarded one of the world’s highest honours for architecture. The Royal Institute of British ...