With onsen hot springs, ancient shrines and great forests of broadleaf and conifer trees that conceal galloping waterfalls, discover the natural beauty and traditional charm of northern Ibaraki.

Yasuke’s remarkable journey took him from Africa to the ranks of Oda Nobunaga’s forces, where he became one of Japan’s most intriguing figures.

Record summer heat in Japan is believed to be behind the reason why Mt. Fuji's peak remained snowless for approximately a ...

Though the list includes far-flung locations around the globe, including Greenland, Japan and India, National Geographic also ...

Since 2021, Japan has been grappling with how to handle skyrocketing numbers of overseas tourists—some 25 million in 2023 and 11.6 million in the first four months of 2024 alone. Many of them ...

In Seoraksan National Park, in the north east of South Korea, the mountainous landscape is dotted with Buddhist shrines. Overnight stays in temples and hikes up rocky crags make for a heady ...

Animal and cell studies suggest that consuming hops could provide a range of health benefits, but human studies are sparse.

California’s movie town puts the spotlight on multicultural cuisine offered by a diverse cast of chefs, restaurateurs and producers.

Explore Romania's new 870-mile trail, winding through stunning citadels, UNESCO World Heritage sites, and picturesque villages.

Cute features in babies and animals are more than just amusing—they trigger powerful evolutionary responses that help our species’ survival.

In Japan, National Geographic’s pick for 2025 is Kanazawa, as an alternative to the much-loved but highly touristed city of Kyoto. The country’s center of gold leaf production, “we think ...

In Japan, National Geographic’s pick for 2025 is Kanazawa, as an alternative to the much-loved but highly touristed city of Kyoto. The country’s center of gold leaf production, “we think Kanazawa ...