Japan
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Top Post-Summer Travel Destinations
While summer travel often means battling crowds and inflated prices, destinations like Italy and Japan truly awaken just as peak season ends.
Digitalization threatens local arts, creating hybrid identities by 2026.
In a small village in rural Japan, a centuries-old weaving technique, once passed down orally, is now primarily learned through YouTube tutorials.
South Korea Tops Japanese Traveler Destinations in Early 2026
In the first seven months of 2026, nearly three out of ten Japanese travelers who ventured abroad chose South Korea, making it their top overseas destination.
Workplace wellness trends aging: Strategies for longevity?
At 85 years old, participants in Japan's Healthy Aging Study (J-HAS) averaged 6,400 daily steps and over six hours of sleep, defying typical perceptions of advanced age.
Kyoto Museums for Art & Culture: Admission 700 Yen
For just 300 yen, visitors to the Kyoto National Museum can access its serene gardens and outdoor exhibits, a fraction of the cost for special exhibitions, which can be six times higher.
Tokyo Fines Tourists for Littering Amid Stricter Rules
A tourist recently faced a 2,000 yen fine for littering in Tokyo's Shibuya district, a direct consequence of new local regulations.
Space tourism aims for 60-min Tokyo to New York flights
Imagine departing Tokyo and arriving in New York just 60 minutes later, a journey that will cost a staggering $657,000 for a round trip.
Why Japan and Thailand Lead Asia's Travel Destinations
By 2026, visitors to Osaka will ride a newly extended metro line directly to Yumeshima Station, a concrete sign of Japan's strategic push to solidify its tourism dominance.