Nearly 60 Japanese women legislators, including PM Sanae Takaichi, petition for more women's toilets in the historic Diet building, highlighting a stark gender infrastructure gap. Read more on this cross-party push for equality.
Japan is rapidly transforming its defence posture, aiming to double annual arms spending to counter China. This historic shift raises questions about its pacifist constitution. Read the full analysis.
A Guardian reporter ventures into a Japanese bear hotspot, revealing the escalating human-wildlife conflict. Discover the shocking encounters and community fears.
Japan's cabinet approves a historic ¥9tn defence budget, boosting strike-back capabilities as tensions with China escalate over Taiwan and space militarisation. Read the full analysis.
Discover why fried chicken is Japan's festive staple. A traveller explores Tokyo's halal alternatives to the KFC queues, unravelling a unique cultural tradition.
Kyoto posts urgent multilingual signs after record bear attacks across Japan. Learn the safety advice and why encounters have surged to unprecedented levels.
British tourists can now book complimentary internal flights in Japan with ANA to ease overtourism in Tokyo and Kyoto. Discover lesser-visited regions until 31 Jan 2026.
The UK Foreign Office updates Japan travel advice following a record number of wildlife-related deaths. Stay informed and learn essential safety precautions for your trip.
Japan's freshly elected Prime Minister Kimiko Yamazaki is betting on the legacy of Shinzo Abe's relationship with Donald Trump to navigate crucial US-Japan trade and security negotiations.
As Japan faces an unprecedented rise in bear encounters, experts reveal the surprising reasons behind the surge and essential safety tips for residents and tourists.
From Indonesia's secret archipelagos to Finland's remote hideaways, explore breathtaking islands where tranquillity reigns supreme and mass tourism remains a distant memory.
Kyoto announces significant tourist tax increases starting 2026, with new accommodation fees and city tax adjustments aimed at managing overtourism and preserving cultural heritage.
The UNESCO World Heritage site of Nikko introduces mandatory visitor fee to preserve cultural treasures and manage overwhelming crowds as tourism rebounds post-pandemic.
Japan introduces controversial ¥1,000 tourist tax for all international visitors starting 2025. Discover how this new fee will affect Australian travellers and what it means for your next holiday to the Land of the Rising Sun.
A landmark case in Japan sees a restaurant owner take legal action against abusive customers, challenging the country's deep-rooted service culture where customer misconduct often goes unpunished.
A tourist has died after a brutal bear mauling in Japan's scenic Gifu prefecture, marking a rare fatal attack that has shocked the hiking community and prompted urgent safety warnings.
Explore the extraordinary story behind Japan's 123 Beer Street, where every building bursts with vibrant colours and the temperature stays at a perfect 28°C in this must-visit destination.
British Airways announces exciting new direct flights from London Heathrow to Kitakyushu, Japan starting April 2025, offering travellers unprecedented access to Kyushu's cultural treasures and natural wonders.
A viral confrontation erupted on a Japanese train when an elderly man demanded a foreign YouTuber stop livestreaming, leading to a physical altercation and police involvement, raising questions about privacy and public etiquette.
Forget overcrowded resorts. Japan's Noto Peninsula offers a breathtaking, unspoiled beach holiday with pristine coastlines, unique cultural experiences, and world-class seafood, now easier to visit than ever.
In an unprecedented meteorological event, Japan's Shizuoka prefecture has been struck by the most powerful tornado in the nation's recorded history. The colossal F5 twister carved a path of destruction, causing widespread damage and multiple casualties, m
Japan introduces mandatory fees, visitor caps, and a new barrier at Mount Fuji's most popular trail to combat dangerous overcrowding and environmental damage on its iconic peak.
Forget Hawaii. Japan's pristine Okinawa Islands offer turquoise waters, white-sand beaches, and lush forests without the crowds. Discover the ultimate tropical escape in the Far East.
Escape the crowds and discover the authentic charm of Porthmadog, a stunning harbour town in North Wales boasting pristine beaches, historic railways, and breathtaking Snowdonia views. Your perfect, crowd-free UK seaside holiday awaits.
A solo traveller's quest to find the UK's best destination ends in Wales, with a hidden gem beating famous spots like the Lake District and Scottish Highlands. Discover the charming town that offers the perfect blend of adventure and tranquillity.
Severe flooding and landslides in northern Japan have halted all Shinkansen services on the Akita line, stranding passengers and causing major travel disruption. Get the latest updates.
Exclusive: The tragic tale of an Australian man, Jay Keating, who stole from the dead in Osaka graveyards before taking his own life in the infamous Aokigahara forest. A story of desperation, crime, and a haunting end.
An American traveller has sent the internet into a frenzy after declaring a stunning but little-known British beach her absolute favourite. Discover why this coastal gem beat global competition.
Hidden in Scotland's countryside, Wigtown offers breathtaking Gothic architecture, literary treasures, and stunning coastal views—a perfect UK escape.
Forget Oxford and Cambridge! The ancient cathedral city of Wells in Somerset has been crowned the UK's most beautiful city in a stunning new ranking, beating the country's most famous favourites. Explore its medieval magic, iconic Vicars' Close, and breat