Stretching across Japan's tranquil inland sea, the Setouchi region is a tapestry of islands and coastal retreats where history, nature, art and living traditions intertwine. From ancient archaeological sites to world-class contemporary design, Setouchi offers travellers a wealth of experiences beyond the country's better-known cities. Setouchi is c...

A new nature-immersive theme park, Junglia Okinawa, has opened in Okinawa, Japan, offering visitors the chance to experience cutting-edge attractions and family-friendly entertainment. Set in the heart of the prefecture's Yambaru Forest, the park showcases the northern part of the Yambaru area, famous for its UNESCO World Heritage status and breath...

 Two new sustainable tourism experiences have been introduced in Okinawa. This is Japan's subtropical and southernmost prefecture. Okinawa comprises 160 subtropical islands and a year-round warm climate comparable to Hawaii, Miami and Cancun. It is located three hours by air from Tokyo and offers natural beauty, from lush forests to blue water...

Hilton has unveiled the Hilton Okinawa Miyako Island Resort, its first property on the Miyako Island in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. The unveiling of the new resort coincides with the 60th anniversary of Hilton's first entry into Japan with the opening of Hilton Tokyo in 1963. Above from left: Ballroom 2, chapel, hotel lobby, Azure restaurant. Miyako...

Okinawa is Japan's southernmost prefecture in the East China Sea between Taiwan and Japan's mainland some three hours south of Tokyo. It enjoys a year-round warm climate comparable to Hawaii, Miami and Cancun. With more than 160 islands it's known for its tropical climate, broad beaches and coral reefs. On the largest island (also named Okinawa) is...

The Hachinohe Area is a region in the southeast of the Aomori Prefecture. It is made up of the city of Hachinohe and seven towns and villages in the surrounding area, which were all once part of the domain of the Nanbu clan. This has shaped Japan's Northern Frontier. During the winter months Hachinohe offers a series of winter events and activities...