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What most people miss when planning a first time itinerary to Tokyo, is the wealth of day trips on offer on the outskirts of the city.
Spanning the length of 3 prefectures, the Japanese Alps are full of natural beauty. From snow monkeys and sacred forests to thatched-roofed villages and more, here’s how to experience it at its best.
Travelling ‘hands-free’ throughout Japan is a less stressful and far easier way to see the country. Here’s how to do it.
A world class museum doubles up as a hotel, cutting edge modern art flows along the coastline, and disused buildings are transformed into pop-up galleries.
The bright lights of Japan’s capital entice many visitors to the most famous spots, but when in Tokyo it’s best to do as locals do and explore the city’s lesser-known neighbourhoods.
Once a quiet residential suburb, Nakameguro is a neighbourhood that has reinvented itself over the years.
If you’re anything like me, then after your first trip to Japan, you’ll probably be reassessing your life and thinking about how you can return to spend longer in the country.
From design hotels and creative living spaces to art islands and floating tea houses, Japan has so many unique places to experience art and architecture.
Perched high above Kyoto’s historic Higashiyama district, Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto is an architectural masterpiece that redefines luxury in the ancient capital.
Set along the shores of the Seto Inland Sea, Azumi Setoda redefines the ryokan experience by blending contemporary elegance with centuries-old traditions.
Unique hotels with a deep sense of place and culture can become as memorable than the journey itself. Here’s what I discovered after staying in 57 hotels last year.
From its secluded surroundings to its famed outdoor onsen, Kumano Bettei Nakanoshima is the ideal retreat for weary travellers. Here’s what to expect at this private island hot spring hotel.
Japan offers a diverse range of hotels to accommodate every kind of traveller. Those venturing to Fukuoka will find a luxurious experience intertwined with historical roots at Tachibana Ohana.
From luxury ryokans to modern architectural showcases and intimate design spaces to traditional machiya townhouses, Japan offers a wealth of unique options for the inquisitive traveller. Here are 8 of my favourite Design Hotels.
Winding pathways, hand-painted handicrafts, and a towering bamboo garden – Six Senses Kyoto is the latest addition to the city’s luxury design hotel scene.
A trip to Japan offers a blend of long-standing cultural traditions and once-in-a-lifetime experiences, making it a perfect destination for celebrating newlyweds.
Known as the first ryokan on Naoshima, Roka is the perfect retreat for a secluded stay on an already peaceful island. Here’s everything you need to know…
Located in a renovated 1920s bank, K5 Tokyo is a masterclass of Japan-meets-Scandinavian design, progressive dinning, and a breath of fresh air to Tokyo’s commercial quarter.
Looking to dive deeper into Japan’s culture and history? Traditional Japanese inns might just be the unique accommodation option you’ve been looking for.
A retreat-style resort tucked away in Kyoto’s Takagamine mountainside that celebrates traditional Japanese design merged with modern-day minimalism.
Located in central Marunouchi District, the brand new Bulgari Hotel Tokyo brings luxury Italian design with a touch of minimalism to Japan’s capital.
Set in Tonami Plain, Rakudo-An is a more than 100-year-old restored farmhouse that’s ideal for a quiet and traditional Japanese escape.
Created in Paris, built in Kyoto, and designed by the one-and-only Tadao Ando, The Shinmonzen is located riverside in the heart of Kyoto’s Gion District.
The first of its kind in on the island, The Ritz-Carlton Fukuoka combines low-key luxury and traditional crafts into one of the area’s most enticing accommodation options.
Kickstart your Tokyo travel plans with my latest snapshot guide, featuring 10 of my favourite Tokyo Neighbourhoods. I’ll take you to some of my favourite hidden corners and offer a more thoughtful, slower way to appreciate Tokyo, away from the usual tourist traps.