But not every pool of heated water qualifies as an onsen. Japan has strict laws governing one of the country’s most iconic activities, widely considered a natural treasure. Onsen water is heated ...

Ten years after the Hokuriku Shinkansen Line opened its Nagano-Kanazawa extension, sightseeing spots along the line are bustling with tourists from home and abroad. Today, further efforts are ...

and even Nara and Kanazawa are experiencing unprecedented overtourism. Fortunately for travelers, Japan is abundant in beautiful destinations. In the country's quieter corners, you'll find serene ...

KANAZAWA–Sanae Tokita is among a new wave ... In a highly supportive environment rarely found elsewhere in Japan, artists can refine their skills for up to three years, benefiting from free ...

And while its capital, Tokyo, is a must-visit for first timers, Japan has so much more to offer travelers of all types, from cherry blossoms to white sand beaches to soothing onsen (hot spring spas).

Celebrations for the 60th anniversary of Buffalo’s sister city ties with Kanazawa, Japan, are scheduled to be held on September 30 and October 1 at the Buffalo History Museum. As part of the ...