Social media is filled with praise for konbini as Japanese culinary treasures. But are they truly a food paradise, or is the konbini craze just content-creator-driven travel hype?

From department store take-away meals and regional ekiben, to Osaka neighborhood fare and Fukuoka yatai, there are plenty of ways to enjoy casual, extremely tasty food “from the street” (and sometimes on it) in Japan.

Your taste buds will thank you, your Instagram feed will explode & you'll come back from your Japan honeymoon with stories that'll make your friends say, "You did "whaaaat?!"

Break the ice! In this Japanese lesson, you'll learn 3 important words to start an interaction.

Tours in japan offer a gateway to explore this fascinating country without the stress of managing every detail yourself. We break it all down, from packaged tours to self-guided itineraries.

Not just for business anymore, plenty of travelers on self-guided tours of Japan these days are checking out Osaka, staying longer and experiencing more of what it has to offer.

In Japan, service is included. It’s expected. Not providing the expected standard of service in Japan would be shameful for a business, whether that’s a restaurant, hotel or shop.

Japan is a unique destination for luxury travel. Unlike luxury properties & experiences in some destinations, for example, luxury in Japan is often characterized by its subtlety, an understated attention to detail. 

From hole-in-the-wall shops with lines snaking around the block to sleek, modern joints pushing the boundaries of noodle innovation, ramen in Japan is a whole different ball game.

When you’re not worrying about managing heavy luggage, you’re free to take that impromptu detour, explore that intriguing side street or spend an extra hour in that museum that caught your eye. Packing light lets you focus on what really matters: making unforgettable memories.

Overtourism in Japan is real. The challenge is finding authentic experiences. Trust us, they're out there. And they're worth seeking out.

Beneath the tourist-trap veneer and the selfie-stick mobs filling Kyoto these days, the old girl's still got it. You just need to know where to look.

The Kansai region is right outside our front door. It’s full of history, culture culinary delights. In just three days, we'd traverse Nara, Uji, Kyoto, and Osaka. It was ambitious, spur of the moment… but isn't that the essence of adventure?

It’s baseball season in Japan. The pros (Nippon Professional Baseball League) have been going since springtime, and the annual summer high school baseball tournament is taking place near Osaka.

Etiquette in Japan isn't about following a strict set of rules. It's about being aware, being respectful and being open to new experiences... that turn a good trip into an unforgettable one.

In this article we lay out the basics about sushi: what it is, where it comes from and how it’s become Japan’s most famous food beyond its borders.

Let's explore the geological origins of onsen, Japan's famous hot springs, tracing their cultural significance through history.

What happens when a typhoon or earthquake disrupts your Japan travels? Beyond the immediate safety considerations, of course, there’s also the question of how to adjust your itinerary in Japan.

Tokyo has a wealth of travel experiences, sights, sounds, flavors and memories that will last a lifetime. We give you some of the basics of how to visit Tokyo and make the most of your experience in Japan.

We’re hearing some chatter these days about the Japan Rail Pass and its possible effects on overtourism in Japan. Find out why, how & more!