A First-Timer’s Guide to Skiing in Japan
Don’t expect raucous party scenes or over-the-top après-ski. In Japan, it’s all about the snow. Here’s a primer on where to ...
Gods, myths & wonders of Japan’s National Parks
Creation legends and folk tales swirl like snow and leaves across the protected landscapes of Japan. This selection of four ...
4 top places to visit in Japan off the beaten path, from the Japan Alps to East Hokkaido
With record visitor numbers in 2024 putting strain on Japan's tourist hotpots, here are four places to visit far away from ...
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Japan’s Cherry Blossoms: The Once-In-A-Lifetime Experience You Can’t Miss
But be warned – you might just fall in love with Japan’s springtime magic. The Magic Of Cherry Blossom Season. Think pink petals are just a pretty face? Think again – these ...
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Dakar Rally in pictures: AP photos show the speed and scenery as drivers take on the desert
Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. Driver Simon Vitse and co-driver Max Delfino compete during the seventh stage of the Dakar Rally with start ...
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What Next for Japan’s Relations With China?
In late December Japanese Foreign Minister Iwaya Takeshi visited China, where he took part in a series of meetings with his counterpart Wang Yi and other Chinese officials. The trip gave the ...
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Foreign tourists to Japan hit record 37m in 2024, up 47% on weak yen
TOKYO -- Japan welcomed a record 36.87 million tourists in 2024, up 47.1% from the previous year thanks to the weak yen, according to data released Wednesday by the Japan National Tourism ...
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Tourists to Japan Hit Record 37 Million, Crowding Locales
A record number of visitors came to Japan in 2024, thanks to surging post-pandemic global tourism and a decline in the yen that’s making the island nation an attractive and affordable destination.