Nestled between the shimmering waters of Osaka Bay and the imposing beauty of the Rokko Mountain, Kobe perfectly blends ...

(However, pinpointing the exact dates of the cherry blooms is a gamble; the notoriously temperamental cherry trees can begin flowering on any given day from ... summertime trip to Kyoto can ...

Kyoto City Buses and Raku Buses cost 230 yen (about $2.35) per trip, but you can purchase a one-day bus pass for 600 yen (about $5.50) if you plan on riding a lot (kids younger than 12-ride for ...

Tradition and ritual are still vital in the daily life of this pacific nation, whether exploring neon-lit metropolises and ...

Tokyo Tatemono Co Ltd and Hilton Japan, Korea & Micronesia Region have opened the Hilton Kyoto, the first hotel in Kyoto ...

Mixing heritage with modernity, Ogata at The Shinmonzen is a new teahouse nestled into a boutique hotel designed by master ...

You'll have the chance to visit the Shoin (drawing room), which was relocated from the former Kyoto Imperial Palace. This ...

The sake-centric bar featuring an impressive collection of locally produced sakes and doubles as spot to enjoy afternoon tea during the day. Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto is the only hotel in Kyoto ...

When Kyoto Animation suffered from an arson attack, the anime world rallied around the studio that has made some of the most gorgeous examples of animation in the medium. The incident resulted in the ...

Tradition and ritual are still vital in the daily life of this pacific nation, whether exploring neon-lit metropolises and ...