When people think of winter sports in Japan, regions such as Hokkaido, Tohoku and Hokuriku often come to mind for their abundant snowfall and expansive ski resorts. While these areas are well-known, ...

We’re back in Japan and starting our journey in Osaka, a city that instantly pulls you in with energy, food and unforgettable ...

It wasn’t all that long ago that traveling to Japan was still seen as expensive, inconvenient, and sort of an esoteric desire. As a result, foreign tourists tended to fall into one of two categories: ...

The Ritz-Carlton Osaka in the busy Umeda district is opulent, while the tranquil Kyoto property reflects the vibe of Japan's ...

It’s taken some time but Osaka, gateway to Japan’s Kansai region, has moved well out of Tokyo’s long shadow. Today, Japan’s third-largest city is one of Asia’s top urban travel destinations and ...

Japan’s biggest island is home to so many of the country’s popular highlights that the classic tour has become known as Japan ...

Osaka, Japan, and the surrounding Kansai region are the country's spiritual heartland. The site of one of the earliest capitals of the country, Osaka remains a vital center for trade and ...

Seek out the local versions of okonomiyaki, takoyaki, and more Japanese specialties in one of the country's culinary capitals. Tawny Clark is an award-winning travel journalist who's traveled to more ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. DeMarco Williams is Forbes Travel Guide’s managing editor. The Imperial Hotel brand has managed to do something that only a select ...