The Japanese government held a rare auction this week to make up for a rice shortage that an official called “truly ...

While Japan itself has been sipping less matcha over the years, the rest of the world can’t get enough. According to Japan’s ...

There is something about hanami — the centuries-old tradition of cherry blossom viewing — that makes spring in Japan feel ...

Cherry blossom season is a magical time everyone should experience. Don't know where to start? We've highlighted lovely spots ...

The best way to get around Kyoto is by bus and on foot. The abundance of English-language signs and announcements make Kyoto's bus systems easy for visitors to navigate. But all those bus fares ...

Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts will open its first hotel in Japan on April 3, 2025. Founded in New York in 1893, Waldorf Astoria is part of the Hilton family of brands, with 34 hotels across the ...

From a McDonald's on an aeroplane to a Pizza Hut with a view of the Egyptian pyramids, we've found everyone's favourite fast ...

First on any Sapporo itinerary is Odori Park, a sprawling park smack dab in the heart of the city. This outdoor attraction ...

Earthquake-proof joinery, 10-micrometre-thin wood shavings and a scale model of Kyoto's Sa-an Teahouse are on display at ...

From the Maghreb to Japan, passing through the countries of the Middle East, India and China, the exhibition set up at the ...

If perfection had a country, it would be Switzerland. From its snow-capped Alps to its fairytale villages, Switzerland looks ...

From the lights of Tokyo, to nature on the Izu Peninsula and the pretty city of Kyoto, this 7-day Japan itinerary is the ...