tourism (Page 33)
Why do hundreds of deer sit together for an hour at this spot in Nara Park every evening in summer? Our reporter investigates.
Tourists criticised for standing in front of traffic and treating the traditionally dressed women like objects.
We join the festivities at Suga Shrine, made famous as one of the real-life locations from the hit anime film Your Name.
One of the most unusual stations in the country, where you’re not allowed to exit the station, but you can visit a secret park by the platform.
This uniform will keep you cool and comfortable like a Japanese shadow warrior from the Edo period.
Increasing numbers of the nationally protected species are being affected by plastic bag consumption.
There are benefits to wearing a kimono while sightseeing in Tokyo, even if you’re travelling alone.
Stunning exploration game lets you walk at your own pace, take photos with an in-game camera, and discover hidden areas without the crowds.
Experience a very different side to the city as part of the “Cherry Blossoms in the Morning” promotion.
Hanami season began today in the capital, giving us a better idea of when to expect the glorious full bloom period.




















The 10 most annoying things foreign tourists do on Japanese trains, according to locals
Is Sapporio’s Snow Festival awesome enough to be worth visiting even if you hate the snow? [Pics]
Crazy-cheap Tokyo lunch: All-you-can-eat curry rice for 220 yen (US$1.40)!
How to make curry in a rice cooker with zero prep work and no water[Recipe]
Kyoto has had enough of rude tourists, created an infographic to show how to visit politely
Want to buy a giant, rideable robot? Amazon Japan will sell you one
How to make self-isolation tiramisu with simple ingredients【SoraKitchen】
Beyond sakura: How to tell a cherry blossom from a plum or peach flower
How to find a lost cat: Unique method from Japan proves to be surprisingly effective
Lotteria craziness continues with the new okonomiyaki burger
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Super-salty pizza sends six kids to the hospital in Japan, linguistics blamed
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
Naruto and Converse team up for new line of shinobi sneakers[Photos]
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
Now is the time to visit one of Tokyo’s best off-the-beaten-path plum blossom gardens
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Can you eat lunch in Tokyo for less than 500 yen?
Japan has trams that say “sorry” while they ride around town…but why?
Foreigners accounting for over 80 percent of off-course skiers needing rescue in Japan’s Hokkaido
Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
We deeply regret going into this tunnel on our walk in the mountains of Japan
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
Major Japanese hotel chain says reservations via overseas booking sites may not be valid
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
Want to buy a giant, rideable robot? Amazon Japan will sell you one
How to make self-isolation tiramisu with simple ingredients【SoraKitchen】
Beyond sakura: How to tell a cherry blossom from a plum or peach flower
How to find a lost cat: Unique method from Japan proves to be surprisingly effective
Lotteria craziness continues with the new okonomiyaki burger
Japanese public school to allow male students to wear skirts, chest ribbons as part of uniform
We eat the best crayfish of our life at a Tokyo specialty restaurant【Taste test】
Sanrio changes Hello Kitty lead designer for first time in 46 years
Just when you thought you knew it all – 17 life-changing lessons learned in Japan
New zombie ship sets sail in Japan, includes Shinkansen tickets and all-you-can-eat sushi
Japan’s job-quitting service claims bosses contact it to try to make their employees quit
Ruru Cafe Shibuya wows customers by serving coffee and sweets on unique water tables
New service lets you turn manga pages into T-shirt designs, over 200 titles to choose from
New Studio Ghibli exhibition brings anime movie magic to cities around Japan