Often considered the largest city in the world, Tokyo’s efficiency in navigating an endless sea of crowds is a remarkable achievement. One would think the narrow alleyways teeming with hidden izakayas would be impossible to explore in a city north of 14 million residents, and that’s not factoring in the number of tourists in Tokyo …

If you’ve always dreamed of visiting Japan, then it might be time to forget those Tokyo Nights and plan a trip to a younger, hipper city instead.   I’m talking about Osaka. Osaka is the 3rd largest city in Japan but it is still referred to as Japan’s Second City.   Osaka has a very …

Japan is having a cultural moment. Once an exotic and unusual destination, now it’s a must-visit hot spot for American travelers.   Modern and ancient cultures blend together seamlessly here. The food is so good it’s been exported around the world. And forget New York, because Tokyo is really the city that never sleeps!   …

There’s only one place that everyone is talking about right now, and it’s the land of the rising sun!   International visitors to Japan reached a record high of 3.29 million in July, which is 10% higher than in the same month of 2019.   What’s particularly impressive, though, is that more than a quarter …

This year’s travel resurgence, while remarkable, has created an atmosphere of chaos and overcommercialization in some of the world’s biggest hotspots. That’s why travelers looking for a more laid-back experience while still getting to enjoy classic touristy attractions are turning their eyes away from the likes of Paris, London, Bangkok, and Dubai. Recently released data …

Like many countries around the world, Japan has a series of rules and restrictions in place regarding travel to ensure that cases of Covid-19 are not imported into the country. On Tuesday, it was announced that its restrictions were to be extended further, dampening any hopes of traveling to Japan in the near future. As …