The comedian and satirist Munya Chawawa, who found social media superstardom on Instagram with his skits and musical parodies ...

For those looking to immerse themselves even more in the Kansai region’s culture and history, a stay at one of the many ...

Experience a fusion of ancient hospitality and modern luxury across three historic Japanese regions, offering volcanic hot springs, imperial suites, sake tasting, and more.

Couples should make a point to stay in a Ryokan Japanese inn. Many Ryokans in Kyoto offer private onsens (hot springs) where you can relax in a natural, intimate setting. One of the best options ...

Confused and jet lagged, I text my tour guide Bemused but accommodating, the guide explains the inn where I’m staying is a ryokan, a traditional-style Japanese hotel. There is a collection of ...

For the past two decades, a traditional "ryokan" inn in southwestern Japan has been spreading its hospitality more broadly than most, dedicating more than half of its rooms to give shelter to stray ...