Japan tops many travelers’ wishlists, with searches for learning Japanese up 30%. Tourists are embracing local phrases to ...

Japanese fans rushed to farewell the country’s last two pandas on Sunday ahead of their return to China, in a departure that ...

While most travellers head south of Tokyo, those who venture up to the far north of Honshu island will be rewarded with Japan’s trademark scenic trains, samurai castles and local crafts — but fewer ...

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For more than half a century, a Lonely Planet guidebook has been a backpacking bible, helping travelers find their way even ...

From knife-making in Japan to beekeeping in Montenegro, Ruby Deevoy explains how she supplements her child’s education ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. As an introvert with a rich and complex inner world, I use the time I spend traveling alone to recharge while pursuing my passions ...

For the second consecutive year, I've left my kids behind and boarded a plane to Japan. It may sound selfish, but solo trips are a necessity for me to reset and connect with myself. I love the ...

Japan is considering a major overhaul of its migrant labor programs in an effort to better address critical labor shortages in a number of industries. The new proposal comes after three consecutive ...

Japan issued a megaquake advisory Tuesday after a magnitude 7.5 earthquake struck the northern part of the country, causing 34 mostly mild injuries and some damage to roads and buildings. The ...

A traditional Japanese festival is being adapted for poodles and Pomeranians, amid a booming pet industry and a dearth of children. Kai, Kotra and Shuna, 5-year-old miniature schnauzers, sitting for a ...