The shinkansen isn’t the only way to get around Japan, but it’s the fastest, the most comfortable, and the most convenient. That combination, though, also means that it’s the most popular mode of long ...

The existing plan, adopted by the then LDP-Komeito coalition in 2016, has faced opposition from some due to environmental and ...

With the cost of hotel rooms rapidly rising in central Osaka and Kyoto prefectures amid overtourism, Nara prefecture is drawing attention as an attractive alternative.

This video captures our first visit to Osaka, Kyoto, and Nara. We explore cultural landmarks, local food, and daily life in three of Japan’s most iconic cities.

As any local will tell you, Osaka is proudly different. Japan’s third biggest city has a reputation for being fun-loving and ...

The map below shows the location of Osaka and Kyoto. The blue line represents the straight line joining these two place. The distance shown is the straight line or the air travel distance between ...

As the most discerning, up-to-the-minute voice in all things travel, Condé Nast Traveler is the global citizen’s bible and muse, offering both inspiration and vital intel. We understand that time is ...

Monica Burton is the former deputy editor of Eater.com where she covered restaurants and food culture from 2017 to 2025. Yesterday, Michelin revealed its 2018 stars for Kyoto and Osaka. The guide to ...

For its 10th anniversary, Kyoto Nippon Festival has tapped some of Japan’s leading creative talents for its contemporary ...