A short metro or regional train ride from Kyoto, Osaka trades ancient temples for modern architecture, a lively atmosphere ...

Whether you’re a foodie, animal-lover or a sucker for a great view, Osaka has something for you. This popular destination, like many other Japanese cities, is a melting pot of modern and ...

Travel well in Osaka, Koyasan and Nara with our ultimate Japan travel guide! We spent a few incredible days exploring Japan’s Kansai region, unearthing some of the very best things to see, do and eat.

Most visitors hit the "golden triangle" of Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto on Honshu's east coast. Here's why the regions of Chugoku and Shikoku shouldn't be overlooked, and everything you should see during ...

From a sky-high urban sanctuary in Osaka to an ancient garden oasis in Kyoto, two luxury hotels showcase Japan's striking contrasts. When I visited Japan for the first time in April, I couldn’t ...