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7 best infinity onsen baths in Japan with spectacular views
Pool with a view? Japan does it better by having infinity hot spring baths with breathtaking views of pristine nature
10 most spectacular traditional festivals you must see in Japan in 2023
Japan is home to amazing cultural festivals – so plan your trip around these Japanese celebrations in Kyoto, Osaka and more
Ultimate guide to Ghibli Park: attractions, restaurants, shops, tickets, free areas and more
Everything you need to know, including tips and hacks, to make the most of your time at Ghibli Park near Nagoya
7 coolest Airbnbs in Japan that you should book
From tropical treehouses to Zen temple retreats, these unique Airbnbs will make your holiday even more memorable
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Travel news and updates
The massive snow corridor at Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route is now open
The massive snow corridor at Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route is now open
With walls up to 20 metres tall, this attraction in Toyama is having a two-month-long festival for its 2023 opening
You can now ride a real Thomas the Tank Engine train in Japan
You can now ride a real Thomas the Tank Engine train in Japan
Hop aboard this incredibly accurate replica of the friendly blue train for a scenic ride through Shizuoka prefecture
These are the 7 best experiences in Japan according to Japan Travel Awards 2023
These are the 7 best experiences in Japan according to Japan Travel Awards 2023
The winners of the 2023 Japan Travel Awards pave the way for diversity, inclusion, sustainability and hospitality
This afternoon tea in Arashiyama, Kyoto comes with unlimited scones and green tea
This afternoon tea in Arashiyama, Kyoto comes with unlimited scones and green tea
Head to Chavaty café in Arashiyama, Kyoto for this spring afternoon tea that includes traditional hojicha and matcha tea
You can now buy your Ghibli Park tickets overseas via an official English website
You can now buy your Ghibli Park tickets overseas via an official English website
Ghibli fans living overseas can buy their Ghibli Park tickets via an official English site before coming to Japan
This abandoned bathhouse in Saga is now a cool teamLab exhibition and modern spa
This abandoned bathhouse in Saga is now a cool teamLab exhibition and modern spa
The historical Mifuneyama Rakuen in Kyushu prefecture is home to one of teamLab’s most unique exhibitions
Beyond Tokyo
Japan's 6 most underrated prefectures – and why you should visit
Japan's 6 most underrated prefectures – and why you should visit
Travel off the beaten track to these storybook villages, Edo-era towns with geisha (not Kyoto!) and seaside retreats
10 stunning attractions in Japan that don’t look like Japan
10 stunning attractions in Japan that don’t look like Japan
Forget Zen gardens – these places make you feel like you’re in Egypt, Bali, Greece and more, all without leaving Japan
Five places in Japan that look like scenes from Spirited Away
Five places in Japan that look like scenes from Spirited Away
There’s a seaside train station in Ehime and an old Tokyo shop that may have inspired Studio Ghibli's 'Spirited Away'
10 best onsen destinations in Japan
10 best onsen destinations in Japan
Warm up as well as rejuvenate your body and mind at these scenic hot spring resorts, easily accessible from Tokyo
Best foodie destinations in Japan
Best foodie destinations in Japan
Japanese cuisine may have conquered the world, but you should experience it at its homeland in these food cities in Japan
Where to get the best views of Mount Fuji
Where to get the best views of Mount Fuji
To see Mt Fuji in all its glory, take a day trip out of Tokyo to these scenic spots in Yamanashi and Shizuoka
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Useful info for travellers
Guide to Japan’s reopening for tourism: visa-free travel, valid vaccines, PCR tests and more
Tourist visa, accepted Covid-19 vaccines and other border rules for tourists visiting Japan – effective October 11
Covid-19 etiquette tips for travelling in Japan
From wearing face masks to pre-booking museums, here’s everything to know for a safe and comfortable time in Japan
8 JR rail passes that are available to tourists and foreign residents in Japan
Foreign passport holders living in Japan can now explore Japan with these discount travel passes by JR
Where to get a Covid-19 PCR test and travel certificate in Tokyo
These medical centres in Tokyo (and Osaka) offer testing and certificates for international travel
Visit Japan virtually
Watch now: these stunning YouTube videos bring cherry blossoms to you wherever you are
No more fomo – enjoy sakura season from home with these high-definition cherry blossom videos
Watch this relaxing 8K aerial video on YouTube if you miss Japan
The amazing hour-long video of Japan takes you from Tokyo to Kyoto, Hakodate and more – and you'll see it all from above
See all Japan’s 47 prefectures in 130 seconds via this stunning tourism video
Warning: you'll miss Japan even more
Watch this stunning short documentary about the origins of Japanese dashi – for free
Dashi is the heart and soul of Japanese cuisine