Weather News announced that cherry blossom is expected to bloom nationwide earlier than usual. The earliest blooming is seen ...

A western Japan city has begun offering overnight stays at Fukuyama Castle, a site dating back 400 years, as regional economies seek ways to attract wealthy visitors amid the country's tourism boom.

Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh Mohan Yadav visited the Nijo-jo Castle in Kyoto during his four-day official visit to Japan.

Step off the beaten path and uncover the enchanting delights of Kyushu, Japan's southern treasure. From vibrant hot spring towns and ancient volcanoes to hidden coastal gems, this island is a haven ...

Two landers owned by US and Japanese companies to carry out separate tests on the Moon's surface. The first minister delivers a rendition of Kimigayo, to welcome Ambassador Suzuki to Wales.

3 Budget Hotels Right Near the Sakura ・Hiroshima Castle (Hiroshima): The grounds and moat banks are home to around 350 cherry trees blooming in early April, offering quintessential Japanese scenery.

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Phurinee Chinakathum / Shutterstock.com In 2015, the castle tower was moved for repair work on the stone walls. It is currently located at a temporary spot in the Honmaru area. A trip to Hirosaki is ...

TOKYO -- Japan welcomed a record 36.87 million tourists in 2024, up 47.1% from the previous year thanks to the weak yen, according to data released Wednesday by the Japan National Tourism ...

A record number of visitors came to Japan in 2024, thanks to surging post-pandemic global tourism and a decline in the yen that’s making the island nation an attractive and affordable destination.

TOKYO – Record numbers of tourists flocked to Japan in 2024, figures showed on Jan 15, as the weak yen bolstered the appeal of the “bucket list” destination despite overcrowding complaints ...