Japan Travel Articles

10 Unique Wedding Ceremonies Around the World

Prince William and Kate Middlton don't have a choice where and how their wedding of the decade takes place. But Inka Piegsa-Quischotte looks at 10 destinations and ceremonies they might have chosen instead of Westminster Abbey.

How To Approach Clothing Optional Hot Springs Around the World

Always wanted to soak in the local hot springs when you travel to new places, but never had the guts to strip down? Christine Garvin guides you on how to deal with clothing optional hot springs no matter where in the world you find yourself.

11 of the World’s Coolest Train Stations

From futuristic architecture and elaborate decor to wild and remote locations, these 11 train stations are destinations in themselves.

Nine Unique Ways to Explore the World by Water

Get ready to see the world one boat-trip at a time as Denise Pulis introduces nine of the world’s most rewarding water-based journeys.

Eight of the Best German-Style Beer Halls Outside of Germany

Hardly a rarity in their country of origin, Bavarian beer halls do exist in other parts of the world, too. Ben Keene tracks down eight of them outside Germany.

Discover an Unexpected Side of Japan in Okinawa

Travelers often visit the big attractions of mainland Japan and bypass Okinawa completely. Mary Richardson offers five reasons to visit this southern remote island.

Around the World in 7 Lesser-Known Islands

In an age when anyone can go anywhere on whatever budget, and ‘travel secrets’ and off-the-beaten-track destinations are a thing of the past, there are still water-surrounded corners of the world which you’ve probably never heard of or know very little about. Denise Pulis takes you for a spin around the world with 7 little-known islands.

11 Ways to Save Big on a Trip to Japan

Has anyone ever told you that Japan is too expensive for budgeting travelers? This is a myth that Denise Tench attempts to bust with her insider tips on how to keep it cheap.

10 Places You Should Celebrate New Year’s At Least Once

Are you on the road and away from family this year for New Year's Eve? Have no fear as Adam Seper is here with 10 great places around the world to ring in the New Year.

7 Oktoberfest Celebrations Around the World

Can't make it to Munich for Oktoberfest? Katja Grathwohl tells you where else in the world you can find these celebrations of German music, food, culture, and beer.