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Japan's Kanazawa offers scenic views, amazing culture, and a respite from overtourism. These five places encapsulate its essence.
Want to avoid the crowds on your Japan trip? One travel company recommends these five cities based on its data.
While some locals may not mind, businesses and city leaders are disappointed tourists are sleeping on one of Japan's most populous cities.
Good news for those spooked by overtourism headlines: a clear majority in Japan say they approve of the influx of visitors.
The New York Times has named Toyama City as one of its must-see travel gems for 2025. Here's what makes the Japanese city so charming.
Japan is welcoming a lot of tourists. Unfortunately, their money isn't benefiting the entire country.
Japan's tourism boom is generating profits for many local businesses. However, it may be leaving domestic travelers out in the cold.
The people have spoken: The Kanji of the Year for 2024 is, once again, 金 (kin, kane), meaning money or gold - a character reflecting a range of topics from the Olympics to the LDP's embarrassing political slush fund scandal.
Coming to Japan? Want to experience the country outside of the tourist traps? Here's how a tour guide can unlock experiences you and your travel companions might have trouble navigating on your own.