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Kanazawa (金沢) is well worth a visit for its beautiful castle, zen garden and contemporary art. Find out what to do in Kanazawa and how to get there using the JR Pass.

There's almost a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Japan at every street corner. To help you make the best of your time, find out here which are best!

Learn everything about the Japanese Obon festival (including dates). Its origins and meaning, what to do during Obon, where to go and how to travel during Obon.

Japan has many seasonal and local festivals. With limited time on your hands, its key to find the best festival in Japan. Here is our top 12 best festivals in Japan.

Find out about Green Tea in Japan, where does the best tea come from? What regions in Japan tea comes from and everything else you want to know about Japanese Green tea.

Kyoto is a destination filled with attractions and curiosities that you won’t want to miss. It’s safe to say: right at the top of that list of attractions are many of the Buddhist temples in Kyoto.

Spirits of the moon, dragon kings, sun goddesses, animal spirits, an underworld for lost children, and a boy born from a peach. Japan’s wondrous and eclectic folk tales are imaginative.

From how to rest your chopsticks to saying itadakimasu, here's a warm, simple guide to Japanese table manners — and a gentle reminder not to worry too much.

When you visit a host household in Japan, you should know that there are rules of Japanese etiquette that all visitors are expected to follow. This guide will provide context and actionable advice.

A complete guide to Japanese business etiquette — greetings, bowing, business cards (meishi), attire, gift-giving and the small customs that win respect in Japan.