Sushi rice is the key to great sushi, not expensive fish. Mastering rice washing, cooking, and seasoning at home yields fresher, better sushi than many restaurants at a fraction of the cost.

Finding good Japanese food in London hasn’t always been the easiest task, given the city’s abundance of mediocre sushi ...

As Japan grapples with overtourism, its close neighbour is only just beginning to enjoy a boom in visitors thanks to its food ...

A study conducted by researchers at the University of Liège on a large population of Japanese giant salamanders—one of the ...

Two things can be true at once — and in Japan they usually are. It’s a land of contradictions and, thanks to this and its reputation for complex, manners-driven culture, visitors can sometimes feel ...

Explore San’in Kaigan National Park, where coastline, fishing villages, hot springs and food culture fall into rhythm with Japan's coastline.

Ever wondered when the real magic happens in Japan? Is it under a canopy of cherry blossoms in April? Or beside a huge snow ...

Our expert shares all you need to know about sailing the Land of the Rising Sun – from when to go to how long for ...

This city in southeastern France is known for its ancient history and legendary culinary scene — but it’s also worth visiting for its forward-looking green initiatives and young chefs who aren’t ...

Michael Ferrante examines plans to build the world’s biggest cruise ships, trends and close-to-home cruising options.

At $450 per head, it isn’t cheap, but +81 Sushi Kappo satisfies Brisbane’s demand for high-end Japanese experiences. Take a ...

Tokyo’s a traveler’s dream. It’s clean. It’s fly. It’s overflowing with modern conveniences. And over the past few years, the city’s rising global popularity has intensified, making the ...