The abundance of English-language signs and announcements ... You can rent a bike starting at 1,000 yen (about $9) a day from the Kyoto Cycling Tour Project, which is a short walk from the north ...

Don’t be surprised if you feel drawn, as if by an invisible force, to the aroma of delicious food and the shouts of lively chatter. Here, Kyoto invites you to linger and explore long after the tour ...

Kyoto may be best known for its sakura, or cherry blossoms, but for my money, fall is the best time to visit the ancient ...

Japanophiles and first-time visitors alike will enjoy this tour off the beaten track in little-known towns and villages that ...

Ask about the special tour given in English for international visitors. To get there, take bus No. 100 or 206 from Kyoto Station to Gojo-zaka or Kiyomizu-michi bus stops, which are both a 10 ...

This article explores five regions of Japan, each offering a close look at its history and the lives of its people. You’ll ...

InsideJapan Tours Launches New ‘Must-See Japan’ Group Itinerary Featuring Zero ... English is more widely spoken in major tourist areas such as Tokyo and Kyoto, and many signs and menus will have ...

At the Yamazaki Distillery, take a tour (reservation required, paid) where you can observe the manufacturing process of Yamazaki’s malt whisky. There’s also a tasting counter where you can taste ...

Sixty years after the world's first high-speed train launched, rail enthusiast Paul Carter rides the bullet train along ...

From Tokyo to Kyoto, read on to discover the best spots for Japan's autumn colors and create ... For more information on visiting Japan in autumn, popular destinations, tours and more, see the article ...

As an island nation stretching from north to south, Japan offers an extraordinary canvas of natural beauty enriched by its four distinct seasons. While breathtaking landscapes can be found throughout ...