I live in Japan and have traveled beyond the popular tourist stops like Tokyo and Osaka. Some of my favorite day trips are Saitama, Kobe, and Nara.

Tokyo's cherry blossom season started five days earlier than last year, with full bloom expected by March 25. Kyoto's peak bloom is forecast for early April amid warmer temperatures.

When will the blossoms be in bloom? Where are the big events taking place? What are the best things to do with children? All ...

A cornerstone of Japanese culture, onsen runs the gamut—but these destinations in Kyoto, Tokyo, and across the countryside are the height of luxury.

Watch paddleboats race across the Tidal Basin, cheer on your March Madness favorites, attend a film festival or explore Georgetown’s art galleries.

Cherry blossoms are a lovely reminder of spring’s arrival — and this Southern California city’s a great place to enjoy them.

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California’s “Little Japan” has 200 cherry trees on the verge of blooming — ready to transform one of the region’s largest gardens into a breathtaking sea of pink and white. San Diego’s Japanese ...

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Punch the Monkey from Ichikawa City Zoo went viral. Here’s how to get there, what to see and where to eat as a day trip from Tokyo.

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