As the capital of Wakayama Prefecture, the city itself is not a tourist attraction but has seen increasing numbers of Chinese visitors as a stopping point linking Osaka and the famous Kumano Kodo ...

TOKYO: Teruko Nakazawa once intervened in a knife fight between an ex-offender and their mother -- all in a day's unpaid work ...

Kyoto-based Mitsufuji got its start nearly 70 years ago as a weaver of decorative belts for kimonos. One day soon, it could ...

What it’s like to hike Japan’s sacred Kumano Kodo trail - This tranquil walking route that takes in waterfalls, temples and ...

Several tabletop games inspired by traditional culture and set in Kyoto have been released recently. Their simplicity allows ...

Discover hidden corners, local treats, and genuine culture in Kyoto. Experience our 8 must-do activities beyond the temples ...

Carnival Cruise Line will add new sailings to Japan, Southeast Asia and Australia in 2026 and 2027. The cruises will feature ...

Kyoto would not be complete without exploring the heart of Kyoto's gourmet world: Nishiki Market. In this 3-hour Kyoto Food Tour you'll explore the market and learn about traditional Japanese food, or ...

A search for one-star online reviews for many restaurants, even in Tokyo or Kyoto, shows up examples of disgruntled tourists who were simply denied service at the door. The overcrowding at the ...

Come New Year's Eve, Tokyo is usually filled with incredible parties and countdown celebrations. While the countdown event at Shibuya Crossing has been cancelled yet again this year, there are ...

“At this point, we believe that the pursuit was appropriate,” a representative of the Kyoto Prefectural Police said. The editorial team at The Tokyo Reporter brings the site's readership the latest ...