Hotels
Pay delicious homage to Japan's 72 microseasons at Kyoto’s new exclusive, always evolving chef’s table by Katsuhito Inoue.
By T+L SEA Staff
News
Looking to shop for some high-end goods? Data finds that Tokyo is the best destination for luxury shopping and has the most designer stores.
By Stacey Leasca
Three geomagnetic storms resulted in the most robust red aurora displays in the skies over Japan and Mongolia.
By Priyaja Bakshi
Drink
A little town recently only famous for heartbreaking reasons is now fertile soil for young entrepreneurs, like the founders of haccoba sake.
By Jessica Kozuka
Asia
From malls lit in neon hues & Frosty's Electric Snow Party to KFC feasts & traditional cakes, Christmas celebrations in Japan are truly unique
By Yashita Vashishth
Dining
Be whisked away on a captivating culinary adventure at Ayatana, where flavours dance on your palate and aromas enchant your senses.
Following news of its existence earlier this year, we now see the first-ever Attack on Titan-themed aircraft take to the skies.
By aaronchow
Whether it is dining at a Kotatsu cafe, soaking in an onsen, or paragliding over white moutains, here are some ways to spend winter in Japan.
Our guide to pet-friendly hotels in Japan rolling out the red carpet for you and your four-legged -- or in some cases, feathered -- friends.
By Marissa Carruthers
Elevate your Tokyo experience with the ultimate guide to dining, drinking, and staying in the heart of Japan's vibrant capital city
By Adam Erace
Destinations
If you haven’t been to Unzen Onsen, near Nagasaki, you’re missing out on one of the hottest under-the-radar towns in Japan.
By Adam H. Graham
From white rocky beaches to scene hot spring resort towns, here are some of the most beautiful places to visit in Japan
By Selena Takigawa Hoy
Tokyo has always been a major tourist destination and this is the best time to visit the vibrant capital city of Japan.
By Kristin Braswell
Popular tourist destinations are limiting the number of tourists visiting them in order to tackle over-tourism.
By Travel + Leisure
The new Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi opened during the pandemic — and this luxury hotel is finally getting its moment in the sun.
By Chadner Navarro
While the price is almost doubling, the JR Pass is still worth it if you want to travel farther and deeper into Japan by ever-romantic rail.
By Kissa Castañeda
Everyone loves the Land of the Rising Sun, and foliage and ski seasons coming up, you might be looking for where to visit in Japan.
By T+L Editors
With 25 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Japan is ideal for those who like to explore the historical and environmental aspects of a nation.
By Pyusha Chatterjee
With autumn comes the promise of fall leaves in stunning hues of red and yellow, and Japan offers the most magnificent views of these.
By Anushka Goel
Shishi-Iwa House is top-to-toe local, from its Japanese designers and aesthetic to its food and drink suppliers.
By Erick Prince
Wellness & Spas
Ancient Japanese bathing traditions are a way of life dating back thousands of years. Here are some of the best public hot springs in Japan
By Lindsay Cohn
Japanese authorities are gearing up to impose crowd control measures for the first time on Mount Fuji for an expected holiday rush
By TRAVEL + LEISURE
Tokyo and Kyoto might get all the buzz, but Osaka's food scene is top notch and one of the most-coveted when it comes to eating in Japan.
The price of rail passes of the Japan Railways (JR) Group’s regional trains are rising over 50 percent from October 1. More details here.
People
There are 3 people in the world who can travel without a passport — the Emperor and Empress of Japan, and the British Monarch. Find out why.
Read on to find out the best hotels in Tokyo that pack in as much luxury as sensory pleasure with its decor, architecture, food and more.
By Shubhanjana Das
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