tourism

TECHNOLOGY

Japan Is Betting That Tourists Want…NFTs?!

The world has moved on from the NFT scam. Japan, however, thinks it's found a nifty new tool to promote regional tourism.

TRAVEL

Japan Closes Tourist Driver’s License Exchange Loophole

Tourists to Japan used to be able to get a powerful souvenir: a Japanese driver's license. But that's all changed.

POLITICS

Japanese Politician Says Tourists Are Kicking Nara’s Deer. But Where’s Her Evidence?

Are foreigners mistreating the deer in Nara? One prominent Japanese politician says so - but the facts don't back her up.

TRAVEL

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.

TRAVEL

As Tourists Flood In, Kamakura Battles Vandalism and Public Urination

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

TRAVEL

Welcome Suica App Adds Ticketless Shinkansen, Express Train Support for Tourists

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

TRAVEL

Tourists Feeding Bears in Japan Has Deadly Consequences

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

INSIDER

[Insider] Plastic Japan: Why Kabukicho Tower Is Empty – But Still Makes Money

Kabukicho Tower is plastic, gaudy, and largely a bust as a tourist attraction. But none of that matters to its owner.