Having co-founded InsideJapan Tours back in 2000, Alastair knows a thing or two about the finest places to stay. Here are 7 of his favourite luxury ryokan (traditional Japanese inns); each unique, and happily off the beaten track, they are so much more than just a bed for the night. (more…)

The sprawling city of Tokyo is a metropolis like no other. It’s an exhilarating hive of activity and you could spend years caught up in the buzz without seeing it all. Fortunately, it's also home to world-class experts that provide world-class experiences for those with only a few days in the capital.  (more…)

There is a way of learning out there for everyone, and sometimes the classroom just isn't it. (more…)

Japan lover, Savan Gandecha tells us what it's like to travel to Japan with autism, and offers four top tips for other travellers. (more…)

On Sophie's recent return to Japan, she explored the little-trodden but beautiful Izu Peninsula. This coastal idyll is only a few hours outside Tokyo with beaches, waterfalls, history and views of Mount Fuji (on a clear day!) (more…)