DEEPER JAPAN

Jay Ponazecki takes time from her daily public service responsibilities to share her recommendations on just where to go during the changing of the seasons.

Discover the beauty of four Kyushu prefectures by rail! Wander castle towns, stroll through samurai residences and visit historic shrines tied to the founding of Japan, all surrounded by delicious local cuisine!

There are many sightseeing trains in Kyushu, with a wide variety of entertaining events going on in the trains and around the stations. We'll show you how to have much more fun than just looking out the window!

Introducing the natural landscapes and gorgeous harmony you'll find only in Kyushu!

We'd love to stay in any of these eight amazing Kyushu locales—but they're so popular it can be really hard to get a space!

Don't be blinded by that ¥100 tag, some things just aren't worth it!

Read on to find out which top guesthouses and hostels every budget traveler to Hiroshima should know about.

Japan is well known as a country prone to earthquakes. Prepare for the worst without breaking the bank!