After weighing up the pros and cons of travelling to Japan alone, Shayna set off for a solo adventure from Boston to Tokyo to spend three weeks in Japan. She lets us in on what it’s really like as a female solo traveller in Japan. (more…)

With ancient temples, immaculate gardens, crystal lakes and thick forests, there's no shortage of magical places to see winter in Japan. Add a dusting of snow and you've got the perfect recipe for a winter wonderland. (more…)

Possibly the best skiing in all of Asia is just a three-hour bullet train trip from Tokyo. The Hakuba Valley gained international fame after hosting the 1998 Winter Olympics and now attracts thousands of foreign visitors every year. But when is the best time to visit? That entirely depends on your personality and interests. (more…)

December is finally here! During winter in Japan twinkly lights adorn the cities, powder snow piles on to mountains and countless cups of hot sake thaw out chilly fingers. This sneak peek behind the scenes of Winter Highlights, one of our most popular Small Group Tours, gives a taste of Japan’s most magical season. (more…)

Having led countless tours in Tokyo, history buff and InsideJapan tour leader Marky Hobold sets the record straight about Tokyo's 'Imperial Palace'. (more…)