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Hiroshima’s Hidden Travel Gems: Avoid The Crowds at These Unique Sights

Discover hidden Hiroshima gems beyond Peace Park and Miyajima, from ramen towns and sake alleys to rabbit islands and baseball games.

City officials warn they may have to take more drastic measures to curtail tourists if conditions don't improve.

The Welcome Suica App now lets you reserve seats on several bullet train and express lines managed by JR East.

A sad story from Hokkaido illustrates how tourist behavior altered the disposition of a bear that came to view humans as food.

Tokyo and the Tokyo Sento Association want more tourists (tattooed or otherwise!) to experience this aspect of traditional Japanese culture.

Should you stay in a "modern" hotel or a more "traditional" ryokan in Japan? Here's what to consider when deciding.

In order to fuel tourism investment and combat overtourism, close to 100 locales are considering new lodging taxes. How will this affect your trip?

Multiple locations across Japan are using social media and good old-fashioned pamphleteering to combat the negative effects of overtourism.

Convenience stores in Japan didn't always sell sushi. Today, the dish is a top draw, not just for residents, but for travelers too.