tourism

TRAVEL

Tourists to Japan Are Tossing Coins into These Ponds. That’s a No-No

Officials are worried about the environmental impact after tourists dumped 18,000 coins into the ponds in 2025, despite clearly posted signs.

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Suwa: One of Japan’s Best Onsen Towns You’ve Never Heard of

Japan is popular. Hot springs are super popular. But Suwa, an onsen town in Nagano Prefecture, remains a hidden gem.

LIVING IN JAPAN

Nara Deer Move Themselves to Osaka – and Nara Doesn’t Want Them Back

There are too many deer in Nara Park. To remedy the situation, it seems at least a few of the creatures are…

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Kyoto City May Partially Ban Vacation Rentals to Give Residents Tourist Relief

The city's mayor won't rule out creating "zero-day vacation rental" zones in residential areas in response to chronic complaints.

INSIDER

[Insider] How I Found Myself Locked in a Love Hotel

Many love hotels don't like it when you leave before your stay is up. Indeed, some older ones make sure you can't.

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Japan Sets New February Tourism Record Despite China Boycott

Travel from other countries offset a 45.2% drop from a nation that used to lead the pack in Japan tourism.

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Credit Card Tap-to-Pay Comes to Many (But Not All) Tokyo Trains

Soon, you'll be able to tap-to-pay on many trains and subways across Tokyo. But be warned: not every train company's on board.

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Japan’s Best Seaside Towns: Our Ranking of the Most Idyllic

Our top-scoring towns feature beautiful, swimmable waters, a balance of attraction and solitude, and authentic marine culture.