NARA

In Nara you can get away from the turmoil of the big city by visiting the Great Buddha or deer-filled Nara Park, and then spend the night relaxing in the elegant Nara Hotel.

Win friends and score brownie points with your family by giving them these souvenirs from Nara as gifts!

Looking for a guide around the Great Buddha and the surrounding World Heritage Sites? No need to pay!

Feel cool in the summer heat at this unassuming temple in Nara.

'Mochi-tsuki' extraordinaire Mitsuo Nakatani risks having his hand crushed about four times per second while making this traditional Japanese snack.

The Kansai region is famous for its tasty food, historic sights and fun dialect, but this amazing area also boasts plenty of awe-inspiring hikes.

Witness the best sightseeing spots Japan has to offer in four official, comprehensive lists.

Prior to the Warring States Period (1467-1590), most castles in Japan were 'yamajiro,' or mountain castles, and they were the pinnacle of defense for Japan's clashing warlords. Trek into the countryside to find out more about them!