Tokyo Metro has come under fire for a poster that has been criticized as racially discriminatory, with a scene depicting a blonde Caucasian passenger carrying a large suitcase while not queuing up properly. (News On Japan)

As Golden Week approaches, the historic city of Kamakura, known for its scenic views and cultural heritage, is facing the perennial challenge of over-tourism. This year, local authorities are initiating an experimental traffic management scheme encouraging visitors to explore the city on foot to alleviate congestion. (News On Japan)

Tokyo's Shinagawa district welcomes a new landmark with the grand opening of the Gotanda JP Building on Friday, April 26, featuring a dog-friendly hotel by Hoshino Resort, co-working spaces, and a vibrant culinary scene. (News On Japan)

Shibuya TSUTAYA, near the famous Scramble Crossing, opens today (April 25) after undergoing its first major renovation in 24 years. (News On Japan)

Kura Sushi's latest store in Ginza opens today (April 25), featuring a 120-meter long conveyor belt, the longest in any of its restaurants. (News On Japan)

Tokyo DisneySea, known for its elaborate themes and enchanting attractions, is set to open its latest marvel, Fantasy Springs Hotel, a portal into a world of fantasy. (News On Japan)

The "Shin-Minami Gate" at JR Shibuya Station is set to move 200 meters closer to the Hachiko side from July 21, providing direct access to the Saikyo Line and Yamanote Line. (News On Japan)

Marugame Castle in Kagawa Prefecture, known for its original Edo-period keep, now offers a unique accommodation experience termed "castle stay." (News On Japan)

Kobe Port Tower is set for a grand reopening on April 26 after undergoing its first renovations since its opening in 1963. (News On Japan)

The annual Tonami Tulip Fair in Toyama has kicked off this year with a stunning expanse of three million tulips, attracting visitors from all over Japan and abroad, eager to experience the vibrant beauty of spring in full bloom. (News On Japan)

JR West is set to revise its fare system to a uniform distance-based pricing model by next spring, potentially leading to higher fares on routes such as the Osaka Loop Line. (News On Japan)

The streets of Kobe were filled with color and energy as the annual Kobe Festival unfolded on a drizzly Sunday. Samba dancers, adorned in vibrant costumes, paraded down the main avenue, captivating the rain-soaked crowd with their spirited performances. (News On Japan)

After a two-year hiatus, the beloved D51 steam locomotive, known affectionately as 'Degoichi,' has returned to Yamaguchi, primed to resume operations on the SL Yamaguchi-go line. (News On Japan)

The Shinnasho River in Oshino Village, Yamanashi Prefecture, is host to around 200 Somei Yoshino cherry trees along a 400-meter stretch of riverbank, offering breathtaking views of snow-capped Mount Fuji framed by the full bloom of cherry blossoms. (News On Japan)

In this Tokyo Itinerary, we explore what the commercial heart of Tokyo, Nihonbashi, and Japan's first modern department store, Mitsukoshi, have to offer. (japan-guide.com)

A towering, life-size Godzilla is set to make its appearance at the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Office ahead of the Golden Week holidays. (News On Japan)

Cherry blossoms have bloomed in Sapporo and Hakodate with the second earliest onset recorded, as the sakura front rapidly advances north. (News On Japan)

Bullet train riders in central Japan can look forward to a new level of luxury when Central Japan Railway brings back private compartments in April 2026. (NHK)

For the first time in a single month, the number of foreign visitors to Japan exceeded 3 million, with March recording a historic high of over 3.08 million visitors. (News On Japan)

Japanese manhole covers are capturing the attention of foreign tourists, featuring designs from local symbols to popular anime and video game characters, such as "Sailor Moon" and "Street Fighter." (News On Japan)