All About Japan

#MyJapanStory

#MyJapanStory

All About #MyJapanStory
The #MyJapanStory contest took video submissions highlighting the wonderful appeal of Japan. To be announced March 2016, winners will each receive an award uniquely representative of this cool and captivating country!
Our 5 Faves from Kagoshima

Our 5 Faves from Kagoshima

Festivals, beautiful scenery, food, culture and fun! You'll never get bored in Kagoshima.

Japan in Photography

Japan in Photography

What to do when you have tons of gorgeous photos of your trip to Japan?

Buffalo Car to Yubu Island

Buffalo Car to Yubu Island

Take an unbelievable journey to Yubu Island, Okinawa by 'Buffalo Car.'

Taking It Easy in Yamagata

Taking It Easy in Yamagata

A little rest and relaxation at Zao Onsen in Yamagata.

Kurobe Gorge in Autumn

Kurobe Gorge in Autumn

A quick, endearing trip around the magnificent Kurobe Gorge.

An Incredible Adieu to Kansai

An Incredible Adieu to Kansai

Hien Tran walks us through a moving farewell to the Kansai area, from the classic temples and shrines to the little things like festivals, ice cream, cat cafés and farewell parties. Just try not to be moved!

Unwinding in Nagato-shi

Unwinding in Nagato-shi

Discover a gorgeous traditional inn located in this peaceful Yamaguchi city, then visit the largest limestone cave in the Orient.

Spring in Nagoya

Spring in Nagoya

The majestic Mount Fuji from shinkansen window, cherry blossoms at its peak, and Nagoya-jo is a nice way to enjoy spring in Japan.

How to Spend your Golden Week in Nagoya

How to Spend your Golden Week in Nagoya

How do you spend four days of holidays in Japan? Try heading to Nagoya!

Beautiful Ogaki Castle

Beautiful Ogaki Castle

Watch this enchanting video of Ogaki Castle and its surroundings.

Flowers & Festivals in Hokkaido

Flowers & Festivals in Hokkaido

How about strolling in endless fields of lavender, sunflowers and wheat to experience the natural wonders of the great island of Hokkaido?

A Day Out at Ise Shrine

A Day Out at Ise Shrine

How to enjoy Ise Shrine in one day.

Kibitsu Shrine in Okayama

Kibitsu Shrine in Okayama

Kibitsu Shrine is a short drive from Okayama and Kurashiki Cities. The shrine is associated with the story of Momotaro, otherwise known as Peach Boy, who was said to have been born here.

Day Trip to Hirayu Onsen

Day Trip to Hirayu Onsen

Follow a couple on a day trip to Hirayu Onsen in Gifu Prefecture!

Traditional Soba in Toyooka

Traditional Soba in Toyooka

Do you like soba? This is how to make your favorite noodles by hand!

Nancy & John Adventure: From Kyoto to Okinawa

Nancy & John Adventure: From Kyoto to Okinawa

This couple went to Kyoto, Tottori and Okinawa. Follow their adventures in this romantic—and gorgeous—video!

Tohoku in Summer

Tohoku in Summer

When the snow melts and the summer sun rises in Tohoku, you have to travel north!

Our Trip to Japan: The Arrival

Our Trip to Japan: The Arrival

Designer and illustrator Carolina Puropopo shares her adventures on her first day in Tokyo.

Around Japan: Tokyo, Osaka, & Hiroshima

Around Japan: Tokyo, Osaka, & Hiroshima

Take a three-minute video tour around some typical (and slightly atypical) scenes in Japan.

Fukuoka's Cat Island

Fukuoka's Cat Island

Béné no Fukuoka takes us to Ainoshima, the island of cats.

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