With its laid-back seafaring culture and unique wildlife, the Yaeyama archipelago in Japan’s far southern Okinawa prefecture ...

In the northerly prefecture of Aomori, locals have a unique obsession with apples, which can be experienced in the region’s ...

Japanese culture is part of the attraction for travellers, but at times it can feel like there’s a lot to learn — here’s how ...

Japan’s biggest island is home to so many of the country’s popular highlights that the classic tour has become known as Japan’s ‘Golden Route’.

Join National Geographic photographer Jonathan Irish as he explores the natural landscapes, iconic landmarks, and historical stops in this wellness oasis. Just a short trip from Tokyo, Hakone offers a ...