From helping with hospital visits to even being a playmate for board games, residents of Yagiyama district help one another ...

As overtourism strains Japan’s major cities, Gifu Prefecture offers travelers a slower, more intimate way to experience the country’s culture.

A company called Terra Drone writes that it has signed an agreement with Ishinomaki City in Miyagi Prefecture to use drones equipped with bear-repellent spray.

Some localities could be hit repeatedly by snowfall, and heavy snows might also be observed on the Pacific side of Honshu, ...

Japan’s lack of public trash cans often surprises visitors, but cultural norms and safety concerns explain why travelers ...

TOKYO and GIFU, Japan — After a few days in Tokyo, I was ready to trade the bright lights and chaotic streets for a breath of fresh air and quaint villages. My longing to relax and slow down is ...

As overtourism strains Japan’s major cities, Gifu Prefecture offers travelers a slower, more intimate way to experience the country’s culture.

Residents are suffering the effects of overcrowding and poor manners. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at ...

Discover how Shogo Ota's love for nature and local wildlife influences his award-winning design for the FIFA World Cup.

Travelers who stray off the beaten path in Japan can find quiet moments in nature, fresh cuisine and immersive cultural experiences. I found my zen in Gifu Prefecture, an underrated gem in the ...