On top of that, tourists from other parts of the world have also been busted for issues such as having public sex in sacred ...

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Osaka Castle, endless shrines, and temples that make it onto just about every travel guide. And look, if it’s your first time ...

I’ve always had an interest in Japan and cherry blossoms. I was nine when my father brought a Japanese colleague home for ...

Cherry blossom season is a magical time everyone should experience. Don't know where to start? We've highlighted lovely spots ...

(Kyodo) SENDAI (Kyodo) -- Japan has more than 400 small, inhabited islands that are uniquely exposed to the risks of natural disasters. In the event of a major earthquake, the islands' inherent ...

(Mainichi/Naoki Irie) SUMOTO, Hyogo -- A new tourism hub on Awaji Island in west Japan -- known since ancient times for supplying food to the Imperial court -- is promoting local culinary delights ...

About 9,000 passengers use the station each day. West Japan Railway Co. (JR West) has installed automated ticket gates that read Icoca IC cards at 10 more stations on the San-in Line between Tottori ...

Tori gates are another icon of Japan. Torii Gates are traditionally found around the entrances ... One of the most famous Torii gates can be found at Itsukushima Shrine in Miyajima. This Shinto shrine ...

Photos of a massive red shrine gate that appears to be floating in the sea is one of the most iconic images of Japan. The gate is the great torii of Itsukushima Shrine on the small island in the Seto ...

As Japan sees record-breaking numbers of foreign visitors, regional cities — in addition to major tourist destinations — are grappling with an unexpected surge in travelers. Social media has ...