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This scenic national park is one of Japan's cherry blossom hot spots—and it is covered in 30,000 cherry trees each spring

Mount Yoshino in Yoshino-Kumano National Park is considered one of the best places to view cherry blossoms in Japan.
Forbes

10 Essential Travel Tips For First-Time Visitors To Japan

Japan is one of the most popular international destinations right now. In April 2025, Japan welcomed a record-breaking 3.9 million international visitors, according to the Japan National Tourism ...

This powder paradise in Japan is a magnet for tourists. Locals say the party is getting out of hand

Sitting in the Japanese Alps outside the city of Nagano, Hakuba Valley has become a global ski destination known for ...
USA Today

There’s no need to tip in Japan. Here’s what else travelers should know.

The Land of the Rising Sun has fascinated travelers for centuries, and this summer is no exception. You’ll also want to download a free translation app like Google ...

I've traveled beyond Japan's popular Tokyo-Kyoto-Osaka route. There are 4 day trips I'd actually recommend.

I live in Japan and have traveled beyond the popular tourist stops like Tokyo and Osaka. Some of my favorite day trips are ...
Kathy Haan on MSN

Tourists are flooding Japan: But new rules are turning them away

Japan still dazzles, but crowds, fees, stricter rules and local fatigue are making the dream of effortless authenticity fray ...
Forbes

Here Is The Best Time To Visit Japan—According To Experts

Leaf-peeping, cherry blossom sightings, or famous skiing? Here’s the best time to visit Japan (as well as some times of the year to avoid), according to experts. ByBrittany Anas, Contributor. Forbes ...