If you’re planning a trip to Japan, know that the process is a commitment. We’ve gone all over the world and back again, even traveling full-time for two years with our young children. Even so, ...

Akihabara, Japan, is famous for its streets filled with colorful animation ads and bustling shopping centers, hence its nickname Electric Town. The district near central Tokyo is a welcoming ...

Grace Cheng, a 22-year-old travel blogger based in NYC, has visited Japan 11 times. She said travelers going to Japan for the first time consistently make a few mistakes. Travelers focus on Tokyo, ...

I have been writing for newspapers, magazines and online publications for over 10 years. My passion is providing, in a way that is easily accessible and digestible to all, the knowledge needed for ...

More than just an anagram for “Tokyo,” Kyoto has a life all of its own, and is an absolute must-see if you’re spending time in Japan. It’s not just another stop on a map; it’s a timeless place where ...

Japan is famous for doing things efficiently, if not downright bureaucratically, so it is a little surprising how inefficient booking a private guide can be. Travelers often end up juggling emails, ...