Explore San’in Kaigan National Park, where coastline, fishing villages, hot springs and food culture fall into rhythm with Japan's coastline.

River North and the West Loop have multiple locations fit for a sake crawl, while singular outposts in Logan Square, Lakeview ...

Japanese culture is part of the attraction for travellers, but at times it can feel like there’s a lot to learn — here’s how to navigate local etiquette.

Ask any Singaporean about their favourite travel destinations and chances are that Japan would rank high on that list.

Indian food is among the most widely loved cuisines in the world. From neighbourhood curry houses in Britain to fine-dining ...

Some 100,000 of these small dives are hidden in plain sight across Japan. Now, travellers are finally discovering these ...

Leave the $500 nigiri to the amateurs. In-the-know diners have a new culinary obsession.

This article was produced by National Geographic Traveller (UK). Two things can be true at once — and in Japan they usually are. It’s a land of contradictions and, thanks to this and its reputation ...

Osaka is often called Japan’s second city, but experiencing it firsthand shows why it deserves attention all on its own. This travel guide explores Osaka beyond surface level highlights, diving into ...

Japanese konbini chain FamilyMart has won the hearts of tourists with snack remixes and a clothing line. Now, convenience ...

For many non-Japanese, especially newcomers to Japan, many of the customs and traditions of New Year may seem hard to understand. New Year or oshogatsu is the most important holiday period in Japan ...

The Shift Toward Modular and Ergonomic Kitchen Design The international landscape for Japanese dining is undergoing a transition from traditional, labor-intensive setups to “Modular Culinary ...