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Kansai
The heart of old Japan — temples, tea ceremonies, and the soul of Kyoto.
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Six lesser-known corners of Japan that reward the detour.
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Onsen
The ritual of the bath — ancient, communal, and deeply Japanese.
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A seasonal reading list — from plum blossoms to snow festivals.
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JR Pass
Is it still worth it in 2026? A numbers-first look at Japan's most iconic pass.
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Tokyo · Kyoto · Osaka · Hiroshima · Takayama · Hirayunomori — the route I'd send my own family on.
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Editor's note
Where to Go in 2026
Our picks for a quieter, slower Japan trip — away from the well-trodden path.
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Most-read this month. A season-by-season tour of Japan's hidden maple corners.
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