DEEPER JAPAN

We've lined up three famous pottery towns that make easy day trips from Nagoya, Osaka or Tokyo.

Before heading out to an Japanese pub, you might want to read up on the infamous 'otoshi.'

Impress your friends with your knowledge of the ins and outs of Japanese pubs and the drinks and food served at them!

These Japanese gadgets might be outdated, but they're definitely not forgotten!

Whether resolving a dispute, deciding who pays the check for lunch, or simply passing the time, Japan’s “rock-paper-scissors” culture is simple, and a lot of fun.

While traveling in Kanazawa, be sure to stop for a nice, fresh cup of tea from a tea shop dating back to the Edo Period (1603-1868)!

Looking for a steamy train experience? Head up to Aomori for a stove train that's heated to 50°C in the middle of summer!

When summer comes along, we look forward to different things. Some of us head to the beach, others to the mountains for camping. But for a select group of photographers in Japan, summer signals the arrival of fireflies and the hunt for the perfect shot!