Spring in Japan is synonymous with cherry blossoms and vibrant festivals, yet many travelers overlook the country's lesser-known destinations. This guide highlights hidden spots that combine natural ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Here are some of the best hot springs in Japan, from Hakone to Yakushima Island. helovi/Getty Image Wellness-oriented escapes are ...

The snow monkeys of Japan are famous, as monkeys go. This troop of Japanese macaques lives in the north, near Nagano, the mountainous, snowy site of the 1998 Winter Olympics. Others of their species ...

With mild temperatures and a host of festivals, flower viewings and events celebrating spring and traditional culture, there's never been a better time to visit Japan. Springtime in Japan is a magical ...

Each spring, Japan turns pink. Cherry blossoms sweep across the country, and with Mount Fuji rising behind them, it feels like a scene you can’t quite believe is real. Down in Kyushu, the Niwaki Dam ...