The nine things you must do in Fukuoka, Japan
Ancient shrines, tranquil gardens and outstanding ramen are just some of the reasons to visit.
A beautiful Japanese town you won't find in the guide books
Float past Japanese history while being serenaded by a septuagenarian puntsman.
Beyond Tokyo: Five places to experience the real Japan in 2019
Japan's many-layered attractions are about to win over a whole new bunch of fans thanks to its hosting of the Rugby World Cup.
Wander around a hyper-active volcano
One of the world's most active volcanoes is surprisingly accessible, writes Louise Southerden
Why these Japanese trains were way ahead of their time
They are super fast, super clean and super futuristic - despite being designed back in the 1960s.
Japan vetoes 'offensive' tourists from popular sacred sites
An increasing number of tourist sites in Japan are turning away foreign groups of tourists due to their bad behaviour.
What it's like to fly business class with Japan Airlines
In a world of increasingly internationalised flying experiences, Japan Airlines still retains a distinct sense of its own culture.
There's a good reason to visit Kyoto during the quiet of winter
Without the high-season tourist crush, a wintertime visit to Kyoto offers Zen-like serenity.
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Sublimely unique, Japan is beautiful, warm and inviting. This archipelago of islands, also known as the "Land of the Rising Sun", is meeting point between traditional and contemporary. With an abundance of cultural wonders from The Golden Pavilion to Nijo Castle; natural wonders from Mount Fuji to snow onsens; and modern pow-wows of high-rises, malls and restaurants.
