Let Your Sweet Tooth Lead You Through Japan
One of the best ways to experience Japanese culture — and its unique, indigenous flavors — is through a serious sampling of traditional desserts. From red bean (azuki) to matcha (green tea) and kinako (a sweet-tasting roasted soybean), these typical Japanese...
Flying From Japan to Hawaii? Let Your Air Travel Be a Seamless Part of Vacation Fun
Have you ever flown on a sea turtle? Well, now you can. Tapping into the spirit and excitement of a family vacation, the likeness of a flying sea turtle is now emblazoned in sky blue on the livery of a special edition A380 (the first in Japan!), the new crown jewel...
A Design Insider’s Guide to the Magical City of Kanazawa
If you love the vibe of Kyoto with its artisanal treasures and magnificent gardens and shrines, consider adding the city of Kanazawa to your list of destinations for your next trip to Japan. Just ask Asako Ueno, the Brooklyn-based lifestyle journalist and...
Calling All Climbers: Your Favorite Sport Is All the Rage in Japan
Commune with nature on your next trip to Japan by checking out some of the country’s favorite hotspots for both rock climbing and bouldering (a form of free climbing that doesn’t require special equipment). Many of the best spots for dipping into climbing are easy...
This Immersive Tokyo Exhibition is the Photo Op of Your Instagram Dreams
Have you ever walked alongside a whale whose movements follow your every step? Do you know what it’s like to watch flowers tower 10 feet above your head? Well, once you visit the Mori Building Digital Art Museum: teamLab Borderless in Tokyo, you can add those...
Tap Into Ikebana — the Art of Japanese Flower Arranging — on Your Next Trip to Japan
Finding beauty in blooms is easy. But what about discovering art and poetry within their petals? If you love flowers, consider exploring ikebana, the tradition of Japanese flower arrangement, on your next Japan adventure. Thanks to continued interest from artists...
