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Where You Should Stay in Hakone: Best Areas & 30 Top Ryokan and Hotels

Discover where to stay in Hakone and experience the ultimate hot spring vacation in Japan. Enjoy soaking in onsen hot springs while enjoying breathtaking views of Mount Fuji and ex...

Hakone Retreat före & villa 1/f Launches “Forest Stay Drawing” Program with comic_keema

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10 Best Hotels Near Mount Fuji: Enjoy Spectacular Views Near Lake Kawaguchi and Fuji-Q Highland

Summer vacation season is here, and one particularly popular spot is the beautiful area around Mt. Fuji! Easily accessible from Tokyo's Shinjuku district, you can get to Mt. Fuji i...

5 Stylish Cafes in Hayama and the Miura Peninsula Worth the Day Trip from Tokyo

Just about 90 minutes from Tokyo by train, the Miura Peninsula offers an easy seaside escape surrounded by mountains and ocean. Nearby Hayama is known for its relaxed residential a...

Japan's Hottest New Onsen Stays in 2026? Rakuten STAY Opens Luxury Villas in Kusatsu & Hakone

Lately, spacious private rental villas have become a popular way to escape the city and enjoy a more secluded stay in Japan. This spring, Rakuten STAY expanded its portfolio wit...

Kamakura: A Coastal Retreat Within Reach of Tokyo

Kamakura is a historic coastal town roughly 50-60 minutes from Tokyo Station on the direct JR Yokosuka Line. Long favoured as a retreat by Tokyo’s business and creative class, it p...

Tried a Mt. Fuji & Hakone Day Bus Tour From Tokyo — Here's What It Was Really Like

Mt. Fuji and Hakone in a single day, then back to your Tokyo hotel by evening? At first, it sounded way too ambitious. But after actually trying it ourselves, we realized it’s surp...

Top 10 Budget-Friendly Onsen Stays In and Around Tokyo: Relaxing Ryokan from 10,000-20,000 Yen Per Person (Plus a Budget...

Check out our top 10 picks for budget-friendly onsen stays near Tokyo! From Hakone, Atami, and Kusatsu (just 1-2 hours from Shinjuku or Tokyo Station), these recommended ryokan let...

10 Tohoku Hot Spring Ryokan Getaways with Spectacular Views the Whole Family Can Enjoy

The Tohoku region of northern Japan abounds with hot springs and natural beauty. Many of the hot springs have spectacular views, like a “secret” spring surrounded by a virgin beech...

Hyatt Bringing the Alila Brand to Japan With New Luxury Resort in Hakone

3 Easy Tokyo Day Trips with Keikyu Discount Passes: Enjoy Great Foods & Sights in Hayama, Miura, and Yokosuka

Just south of Tokyo, the Miura Peninsula is packed with easy day trip ideas, from Hayama’s scenic seaside views to Misaki’s famous tuna dishes and Yokosuka’s unique naval-port atmo...

Where to Stay in Matsumoto: 15 Excellent Accommodations Near the Alps, Castle & Onsens

These days, everyone is packing their bags and heading to Japan. With Michelin-starred eateries, glorious mother nature, and ancient temples sitting amongst a forest of gleaming bu...

5 Recommended Tokyo Bus Tours: Enjoy Nearby Destinations such as Mount Fuji, Hakone, and Shizuoka

When it comes to exploring Tokyo, most travelers naturally focus on famous districts within the city’s center, such as Shinjuku, Shibuya, and Odaiba. But beyond these areas, there...

Ashiya: How to Visit Japan’s Most Exclusive Small Town

Ashiya, a leafy enclave between Osaka and Kobe, carries a cachet no other Japanese town quite matches: old money, hillside mansions, and a refined Hanshin lifestyle. Here's what to...

New Japanese overnight train coming to connect Tokyo with Tohoku in sleep-travel style

Luna Azul can take you from Tokyo to Akita or Aomori while you snooze. The Shinkansen is usually the fastest way to get from Point A to Point B when traveling within Japan. Since t...

Mount Hakodate: Here's When & How to Enjoy One of Japan's Best Night Views

Mount Hakodate’s night view is one of the most famous in Japan, drawing visitors from around the world. Many people visiting Hakodate make the trip to the summit to watch the sun s...

This Akita Hotel Brings a Legendary Japanese Folklore Tradition to Your Room

Looking for a side of Japan that feels untouched by time? Akita Prefecture, in Japan's scenic Tohoku region, is a place where centuries-old traditions and spectacular natural lands...

10 Luxurious Hotels in Hokkaido: Enjoy Scenic Summer Views of Sea, Lakes, and Flower Fields

Hokkaido summers are filled with the blues of lakes and oceans, the greens of mountains and grasslands, and flowers in full bloom. Make your vacation in Hokkaido extra special by s...

Japanese overnight sightseeing train returns for summer with ramen stops and ocean views

This train turns the journey from Kyoto into a holiday highlight.  One of Japan’s most unique sightseeing trains is about to return for another summer season, with the West Express...

Kansai's Top 10 Premium Onsen Resorts: Luxury Ryokan Picks Near Osaka, Kyoto & Kobe

Discover our top 10 picks for premium onsen resorts near Osaka, Kyoto, and Kobe in the Kansai region. Treat yourself to an unforgettable hot spring getaway complete with private op...

Japan's Dreamiest Autumn 2026 Stay? Enjoy Sunrise Cruising, Lakeside French Dining, and Spectacular Fall Colors

Imagine beginning your day on a mirror-like lake, sipping a freshly made latte as red and golden forests glow across the water. This autumn, Towada Prince Hotel is offering a limit...

Himeji Castle & Koko-en Garden: Must-Visit Historic Gems in Japan's Midwest

Himeji Castle (姫路城), a national treasure and UNESCO World Heritage Site in Hyogo Prefecture, is one of Japan’s most breathtaking historic sites. Known as the “White Heron Castle...

5 Glamping Spots Near Osaka: Enjoy Stylish Stays Fit for the Whole Family

Glamping near Osaka is the perfect way to enjoy the outdoors without giving up comfort. From the stylish cottages of Grand Chariot Hokuto Shichisei 135° on Awaji Island to the laid...

Top 8 Villa Rentals in Hokkaido: Enjoy a Stylish and Private Atmosphere

Uncover Hokkaido's hidden treasures: private villas amidst abundant nature. From breathtaking ocean views to stylishly renovated homes, each villa offers a unique experience. H...