So You Want to Climb Mt. Fuji?
Ascending Japan’s tallest peak is a must-do excursion that will enrich your spirit. And your muscles will forgive you (eventually). There’s a saying in Japanese that roughly translates to: “A wise person will climb Mt. Fuji once in his or her lifetime, but only a...
The Tokyo Taxi Experience
Do you need to take a taxi in Japan? Less often than you’d think. In Tokyo, for example, the subways are superb: clean, fast, affordable and impeccably on time. But should you take a cab ride while you’re in Japan? Most definitely. A taxi ride is a great way to...
Pico Iyer Describes Kyoto
Let noted author and travel essayist Pico Iyer, a resident of Japan for over 30 years, whisper in your ear as he describes his sense of magic...
This Is Breakfast in Japan
It shouldn’t come as any surprise, but a traditional Japanese breakfast could not be more different from the Western coffee-and-pastry on the run. In fact, a visitor from overseas might think it looks and feels more like dinner. The first meal of the day in Japan...
VIDEO SERIES: Novelist John Burnham Schwartz Describes His Favorite Places in Kyoto
A source of endless creative inspiration, Japan has fueled the imagination of American novelist and screenwriter John Burnham Schwartz for decades. The author brings the country to life in two of his books, “Bicycle Days,” a coming-of-age story that reflects his...
Get Your Pop Culture Fix With These 6 Japanese TV Shows
You’re sure to spend plenty of time on your trip to Japan wandering shrines, museums and gardens, as well as queueing up at the latest ramen spot that’s all the rage. But if you want a quick fix of Japanese culture, particularly between visits to tourist sites, all...
