TRAVEL

Discover Fukuoka, named a ‘New Gastronomic Destination’ by La Liste 2025. Join Zoom Japan to explore its rich culinary treasures and vibrant street food.

Miyazaki Hayao’s ecological spirit pushed the director to preserve the nature that inspired him. The rolling inaka (countryside) of Saitama is the real-life home of […]

For those who wish to ‘reborn,’ the Yamabushi of Yamagata Prefecture are ready to assist you. How would you like to get reborn in the […]

To discover the capital in an original way, we invite you to follow in the footsteps of the famous kaijū. Francois Truffaut’s haunting film The […]

Without them, tourism in Japan would not have been as successful. They are the best example to follow. Taiwanese love to visit Japan. In the last […]

An inveterate fisherman, Ralph Nunez decided to make his life in Japan to indulge his love of water and fish. Japan is becoming increasingly attractive […]

If you travel to Japan in May, you won’t be able to escape the koi-no-bori floating in the wind  May is a wonderful month to […]

Situated at the northernmost tip of the main island of Honshu, this region is a hotbed of beliefs… The Shimokita Peninsula hovers over Honshu like […]

Sublime landscapes, history, religion and cuisine.  There is so much Kochi has to offer. Tireless traveller, Tora-san, the character created by filmmaker Yamada Yoji, has […]

For hiking, climbing and nature lovers, Mikuradake Nature Park is a must. Just a few kilometres west of Hiroshima, traffic is moving at a snail’s […]

Famous for its castle, the city, once a significant political centre, has numerous attractions. Ask any Japanese about Aomori Prefecture and they are likely to […]

Despite Japan’s long tradition of Buddhist vegan cuisine and macrobiotic diet, postwar Japan has been largely impervious to the penetration of ideas related to vegetarianism […]

It’s in the country’s principal city where the story of the most popular sports began. It may sound obvious, but most of Japan’s modern sports […]

It’s like one of those long awaited lottery numbers that everybody is hoping for but never come, week after week, month after month. The Big […]

This new skyscraper, the first to be designed by a woman in Japan, is entirely dedicated to entertainment. Tokyo never ceases to amaze us. From […]

A former trading hub, the city has preserved some of the architectural treasures inherited from its glorious past. Japan is famed for its many beautiful […]

The current Imperial Palace in the centre of Tokyo has a long and turbulent history. A lot of literature about Tokyo is fond of pointing […]

Under Shinbo Takuya’s management, Kogane-yu is reviving an activity that is in decline. Going to a sento (public bathhouse) used to be a common, everyday […]

Famous for having resisted change in the late 19th century, the city maintains its image as a rebel city. More than twenty years ago, the […]

Among its many attractions, this north-eastern prefecture is home to some very interesting small museums. Japan is a two-speed country. On the one hand, there […]

The western side of Japan spends most of the winter under metres of powdery snow. The train came out of the long tunnel into the […]

Located an hour from Takamatsu, the island, once home to up to 400 brewe- ries, is seeking new markets. Whether you love films, olive oil […]

Travelling between Osaka, Nara and Kyoto, this new cruise train combines comfort and history. Japan is a train lover’s delight. The choice of journeys is […]

In Asuka, birthplace of the Yamato Kingdom, distant precursor of Japan, traces of this famous figure still abound. Among all the ancient historical figures, the […]

This magnificent park is not only an island of greenery but an architectural sanctuary. It is unmissable. The Honmoku district, located south of central Yokohama, […]

Often shunned by tourists, Ibaraki Prefecture has many beautiful locations for lovers of nature. Every year, the Brand Research Institute asks thousands of Japanese to […]

Located at the western tip of the island of Honshu, the port city has played an important historical role. In 1146, when ambitious warlord and […]

Our reporter followed the famous artery from south to north to discover its secrets. Travelling through Okinawa by car is an experience not to be […]

The Michinoku hiking trail in the north-east of the Archipelago is ready and waiting for tourists to return. When Japan reopens to international travel, a […]

Tohoku welcomes the inclusion of its prehistoric sites from the Jomon period on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Last summer, while the world was engrossed […]

The famous spa is very popular with prospective driving licence candidates nowadays. Nestling in the mountains in the north-east of Fukushima Prefecture, Iizaka Onsen is […]

Often overlooked by tourists, the peninsular overflows with treasures such as terraced rice fields. If you scan the map of Japan, your eye will be […]

The cultivation of this flower took off in the Heian period (794-1185) after being imported from China. From September onwards, the symbolic flower of the […]

Hongo is one of the many districts in the capital where the numerous sloping streets are full of history. Tokyo is often seen as a […]

Today there are only around twenty geisha left in this district, compared to 600 in the 1930s. This is one of the last areas of […]

Kisami beach is one of the most popular spots for surfers. A source of inspiration for the great MIYAZAkIHayao, the Izu Peninsula has plenty of […]

In Shibuya district, Tokyo, a couple search for a love hotel. In Dogenzaka district alone there are some 300 love hotels. A unique Japanese feature […]

Explore Tohoku’s beautiful nature and unique history and culture In 1689 Japan’s most famous haiku poet, Matsuo Basho, began a five-month pilgrimage around the country […]

The town, which has 26,000 inhabitants, is the leading producer of hops in Japan.   The small town, which is the main producer of hops […]

The junction of the Tama and Nippara rivers.   Two hours from the capital city, lush and stunning countryside delights camping and hiking enthusiasts.   […]

Landscape near Nagaoka where the first section of the Joetsu line was opened in 1920.   To discover this beautiful region, the local railway companies […]

Sunset over Shinji Lake is one of the most eagerly awaited moments for tourists who are visiting the port city.   Located in the western […]

Saizo-ji Temple and its stone garden are a lovely invitation to pause and meditate. A green city par excellence, it’s full of places you can […]

Château Mercian succeeded the Dai-Nihon Yamanashi Budoshu Kaisha founded in the mid-19th century. Produced in Yamanashi prefecture, this ambrosia is considered to be one of […]

The autumn landscape all around Lake Inawashiro is a symphony of colours and full of delights for visitors in search of unique locations in this […]

Ozenuma Lake offers a magnificent view of the surrounding mountains.   A real gem, this national park encompasses several mountains and the largest area of […]

built over an area of 41 hectares, the capital’s new market cost around £4.1 billion.   The new fish market is still facing comparison with […]

The fervour of the Urawa Reds’ supporters is legendary in the Archipelago. It recalls that of those other Reds, from Liverpool.   For more than […]

Located less than an hour and a half from Hiroshima, those who love stunning scenery will be delighted. The cherry blossom has all blown away […]

The celebrated spa is well-known as a place that has succeeded in preserving the atmosphere of the Edo era. For two and a half centuries, […]

The perfect cone shape of Komezuka, one of Mount Aso’s five volcanic peaks.   This impressive volcanic site has so many surprises in store for […]

In the city centre, many stalls have been decorated by street artists inspired by Japanese art.   Former HQ of the Dutch East India Company, […]

Those who love to watch the sun setting will find something to satisfy their passion in this part of Japan.   An unspoilt marine oasis, […]

The Inland Sea seen from Kenmin-no-hama Beach on Kamagari Island.   Less well-known than the Shimanami Kaido, this route allows you to revel in the […]

Situated on the island of kyushu, at the southern end of the archipelago, this region is brimming with treasures crying out to be discovered. In […]

Niigata Prefecture is home to the largest number of breweries in Japan, with some 90 companies. Rice produced in Niigata is considered to be the […]

In the north-west of the country, traditional hunters are trying to preserve their know-how by welcoming women. In this part of Japan, it snows abundantly […]

students from iNsEAd were able to discover an unexpected side to Japan while on a trip to iida.) Staying with a resident is one of […]

Fewer than 100 km from the centre of the capital, this region has everything to satisfy all your senses. The colourful decorations of the Chichibu-jinja […]

Every year, the Japanese wait impatiently for the brief moment they are able to delight in the cherry blossom. People gather along the banks of […]

The Shiretoko Peninsula has been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2005.   Nature lovers and travellers in search of wild landscapes will find their […]

A tour around Japan on the trail of comic book heroes is easily arranged. There are many good reasons to visit Japan. You could be […]

  Avoid the suffocating crowds of tourists in Kyoto, by visiting this lakeside city ten minutes away from the former capital. oh Kyoto! With its […]

Otsu offers visitors a range of accommodation. From luxury hotels on the shores of Lake Biwa to Enryaku-ji Temple, where you can stay in a […]

  Known for its floating shrine and its torii rising out of the water, the island is also a gourmet’s paradise. Everyone loves Miyajima. It’s […]

To find out more about the origins of this very popular sport, you need to travel to the west of the archipelago. It’s nearly 6.30pm […]

Shibuya, Harajuku and even Shinjuku are all part of Tokyo, but so is this string of islands 1,000 km from the city. From the bridge […]

At the heart of Wakasa Province, Obama embodies ancestral Japan by preserving its culture and traditions. Iregret not having the time to visit the city […]

Situated on the outskirts of the capital, this old industrial site is full of beautiful surprises. “Next stop: Hamakanetani”. On hearing that announcement, the tourists […]

Situated to the south of Okayama Prefecture, this port city attracts visitors with the riches of its region. Such landscapes are rare in Japan, aren’t […]

Filial piety can sometimes go way beyond the limit, as this unique architectural complex shows. Stuck for Mother’s Day gift ideas? Why not build her […]

Hiroshima and its region are not lacking in interesting things to do. Here are some suggestions for making the most of your visit.. Every year, […]