OGUNI, Kumamoto -- Some 3,500 carp streamers are gracefully "swimming" in the sky above the Tsuetate River, which runs through the Tsuetate Onsen hot spring resort area in this southwestern Japan town ...

Japan is home to more than 3,000 natural hot springs – but one is so legendary that bathers embark on a four-day round-trip journey to soak in it. Perched beside the Kurobe River deep in the Japanese ...

Join a scenic Japanese journey filled with peaceful rivers, charming train rides, and relaxing onsen hot springs. Nature, culture, and fun in one trip! Key Takeaways From the US Supreme Court Hearing ...

This is part of Uncovering Japan, a collection of stories that spotlight the lesser known gems that belong on your Japan itinerary, offering everything from a wellspring of local craft and a vibrant ...

Known for its Olympic-worthy mountains, alpine forests, and highlands crossed by rivers and ponds, Joshin Etsu Kogen National Park is an outdoor playground near Tokyo. But the Japanese national park ...