Bookmark this guide for a fabulous visit to one of Fuji's five lakes.
Take a ride to experience the best of the season—many tours can still be booked!
All your options, in one handy guide.
Move over, cherry blossoms! These other stunning Tokyo flower festivals are sure to take your breath away well into late spring.
Where all the cool kids go in winter. And us cheapos, too.
Experience steam and snow in northern Nagano, easily accessible from Tokyo.
Just an hour away from Tokyo is a relaxed escape of easy hiking, stunning views, waterfalls and more.
Looking to do some Tokyo hiking? Here's a starter kit of 12 trails for all levels of fitness. Mount Takao, Nokogiriyama and many more to try!
Compare the different ways to get between the two cities. Is it best to take the bullet train?
There are so many elements to planning a trip to Japan. Follow our veteran advice so your once-in-a-lifetime adventure goes off without a hitch!
We break down the best options for your future travels.
Restorative hot springs, refreshing mountain walks and more await.
Saitama may be a commuter’s prefecture, but it’s got its own charm with a Little Edo town, natural havens, and even a bonsai village.
Great for culture, beaches and onsen towns, Kanagawa is the quiet neighbor with plenty to tempt you away from Tokyo.
Not mythical. Not far. Not expensive.
A guide to must-visit onsen towns—the perfect winter getaways to stay warm in the chilly weather.
The trees are on fire. Here's where to go see them.
You could be on the slopes in under 90 minutes.
With hot springs and beaches, Atami is a great year-round day-trip destination from Tokyo.
Hop on a free bike rental at Ota Station in Gunma and start exploring Ota City for culture, nature spots and plenty of yummy eats.
Busy travelers can save on transport costs with this pass. Includes a sample itinerary on how to make the most of it!
Head northeast for all things affordably awesome.
