Everything you should know before visiting Japan
From classic sights to lesser-known gems and transport tips to seasonal highlights, here’s the lowdown on visiting Japan.
How Hello Kitty helped post-WWII Japan conquer the world
Born from the trauma of World War II, this bow-wearing cartoon icon became a powerful tool for diplomacy, reinvention, and ...
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Top 10 things to do in Japan
When visiting Japan, travelers can stay at a traditional ryokan with a communal onsen or opt for a private dip in an open-air bath like this one in Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park.
Unlock the secrets of the Blue Zones—how to master the art of living longer
Longevity travel is the buzzword of the moment. This surging trend has seen people exploring how to extend their lifespan, ...
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Circus-like performances by snow monkeys in Japan contradict their long-revered status
Japan’s team bowed ... Rene Ebersole writes about animals and wildlife crime for National Geographic. Jasper Doest won the 2019 Wildlife Photographer of the Year Photojournalist story award ...
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Tokyo became a megacity by reinventing itself
Walk through Japan’s energetic urban heart and see ... This story appears in the April 2019 issue of National Geographic magazine. Early on a cold June morning, I stood in darkness near the ...
Coastal Collection 2025
The Coastal Collection by National Geographic Traveller (UK) features the world's most exciting seaside adventures — from ...
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National Geographic focuses on 'devastating' lake-effect snow along Lake Erie this winter
According to National Geographic, it was verified along the Gulf Coast in January and has been reported in Istanbul and cities downwind of the Sea of Japan. Contact Valerie Myers at vmyers ...