Japan

Tokyo is a very vivid city, but its contradictory nature means getting under its skin can be a tough task…

There is still a list of things I want to do in Japan; every time I visit the country I feel like there is even more to see!

22 Iconic Photos from Japan Japan is a land of evocative, striking landmarks and ancient, understated traditions. All of these make for some amazing, emblematic scenes that are just waiting to be captured by budding photographers. Over the past three months I've been...

Getting around Kyoto by bus is unbeatable value, but how do you use the dauntingly complex system?

Reclining in a traditional Japanese bath is pure bliss, but visiting an onsen requires a bit of inside knowledge.

What are Kyoto’s best temples and shrines to see on a short visit?

Experiencing Hiroshima is difficult to describe – it’s not like any other city I’ve been to.

Is a JR Pass worth the money? Japan’s national railway network offers something similar to the Eurail pass, but how does it rate in terms of value?