Dreaming of your first Japan trip? Let me show you exactly how to plan a trip to Tokyo like a pro! This post about how to plan a trip to Tokyo for the first time was written by family travel expert ...

Now that Japan has opened their borders to welcome independent foreign tourists, are you planning your year-end trip to the land of the rising sun? For those who are still hazy about the changes, ...

Forbes Travel Guide launched The Summit Salon, its series of boutique regional events that are an offshoot of its annual worldwide Summit, in Tokyo last week. The inaugural event celebrated ...

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From spring sakura to snow monkeys, this guide breaks down the best time of year to visit Japan with tips on weather, ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I am the Tokyo correspondent for Forbes Travel Guide. Competition on the Tokyo culinary scene is fierce. Japanese chefs strive to ...

Kamakura is just a one-hour train ride from Tokyo. The city's nature, history, and scenic ocean views are perfect for your ...

Planning a family trip to Japan with toddlers or pre-schoolers? Discover how spacious, family-focused stays like MIMARU help parents travel Japan with less stress and more comfort.