A list of Japanese national holidays and other annual events.

Tokyo (東京, Tōkyō) is Japan's capital and the world's most populous metropolis. It is also one of Japan's 47 prefectures, consisting of 23 central city wards and multiple cities, towns and …

Basics about tour packages and organized tours for foreign travelers in Japan and a list of operators offering tours in Japan.

Japan Event Calendar for October 2025: national holidays, events, festivals.

Visitor guide for the Nintendo Museum, a museum devoted to the popular entertainment company, located south of central Kyoto in Uji City.

The Japan Rail Pass (also commonly called JR Pass) is a nationwide rail pass for long-distance train travel in Japan. The pass can be used only by foreign tourists and offers unlimited rides …

Mar 11, 2011 · Travel guide for Japan's Tohoku Region. Expansive landscapes, rustic hot springs, epic festivals and rich traditions

Saitama (さいたま) is a major city within half an hour by train north of Tokyo. The city was newly formed in 2001 with the merger of Urawa, Omiya and other municipalities. Saitama is primarily …

A traveler's introduction to the Japanese Emperor (Tenno) and tourist sites related to the Imperial Family.

Kyoto (京都, Kyōto) served as Japan's capital and the emperor 's residence from 794 until 1868. It is one of the country's ten largest cities with 1.5 million inhabitants and a modern face. Over …