In the heart of Tokyo, Shibuya Crossing pulses with life. With each green light, up to 3,000 people surge into the intersection at once, crossing from all directions in a perfectly choreographed moment of controlled chaos.
All the traffic lights turn red simultaneously—giving pedestrians about 60 seconds to weave through the scramble. It’s fast, loud, and... See more
🌸 Konnichiwa from Japan! 🌸
Our latest group of adventurers are currently soaking up the beauty of Japan’s most iconic sights—timed perfectly with the breathtaking cherry blossom season. From ancient temples to serene gardens, they even had a rare treat: spotting snow monkeys in the snow! ❄️🐒
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Tucked beside the iconic Himeji Castle, one of Japan’s most famous and best-preserved feudal castles, Kokoen Garden offers a moment of stillness.
Built on the former site of samurai residences, the garden features nine distinct landscapes, each designed in the classical Edo style. Winding paths lead past koi-filled ponds, sculpted pines, and tea pavilions... See more
Beneath the towering presence of Mount Fuji, an extraordinary transformation takes place each spring. From mid-April to late May, Shibazakura Park comes alive with a vibrant sea of moss phlox—known as shibazakura—blanketing the landscape in dazzling shades of pink, magenta, and white.
With Fuji’s snow-capped peak rising in the background and over 500,000... See more
🚨 Race Across the World is BACK for 2025! 🌍✨
The BAFTA-winning series returns to BBC One and iPlayer, and this year’s route is one of the most breathtaking yet.
Starting at the Great Wall of China, five teams will journey across China, Nepal, and India, racing over 14,000km to reach the southern tip of India — Kanniyakumari.
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❤️ Experience of the Week: Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
Walking through Arashiyama Bamboo Forest feels like stepping into another world. The towering bamboo sways with the wind, and the sound it makes—known as “shinrin-yoku” or forest bathing—is so calming it’s been officially listed as one of Japan’s “100 Soundscapes.”
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🤔 Did You Know?
Kyoto’s Ryoan-ji Temple is home to Japan’s most famous and puzzling Zen rock garden?
Laid out in the 15th century, the garden features 15 stones arranged across a bed of white gravel—yet from any viewpoint, you can only ever see 14 at a time. The missing stone? A quiet mystery, said to symbolise the idea that true understanding only comes... See more
❤️ Japan Tour of the Day: Japan & The Scenic South
Discover a Japan few travellers get to see – a journey through the volcanic beauty of Kyushu and the iconic highlights of Honshu. From the serene hot springs of Beppu to the powerful history of Hiroshima, and from Kyoto’s ancient charm to the bright lights of Tokyo, this 13-day Classic Tour is your perfect... See more
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