Japan is full of small towns and hidden gems that have their own histories, cultural activities, and top-tier accommodations.

We get it. You’ve got a week, a bucket list and a JR Pass screaming Golden Triangle. Tokyo dazzles. Osaka feeds you. Kyoto looks great on Instagram. But by now, your itinerary might as well come with ...

Where to Go in Japan That Isn't Tokyo, Kyoto, or Osaka Our trusted travel specialists weigh in on Japan's less-touristed, just-as-exciting destinations, from arty Naoshima to the tea fields of Wazuka.

Don’t expect raucous party scenes or over-the-top après-ski. In Japan, it’s all about the snow. Here’s a primer on where to go, stay and eat.