Since Japanese washoku was designated as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2013, the popularity of these dishes is increasing worldwide.

Near the bustling Ueno Park, there is a historical building on a quiet hilltop among trees, inviting visitors to step back in time and explore the legacy of one of Japan’s richest families.

Where to find serious brews, experimental taps, and relaxed vibes across the city.

Feeling the itch to escape Korea for a few days, I booked a ticket to Japan on Korean Airlines using miles and spent four days exploring solo.

Celebrate Salute to Service month with the Yokota Exchange’s Veterans Day Sweepstakes. More than $6,500 in prizes across 100 items are available with entries available for each prize.

Step right up and get your tickets for fun at the Kinoshita Circus running Nov. 15- Feb. 23 in Tachikawa.

Kamonka serves up delicious Chinese dishes in a beautiful dining hall just a five-minute walk from Ginza Station of both Tokyo Metro’s Hibiya and Chiyoda-lines.

The Ushikoi yakiniku brand is known as a lean meat (akami) specialist and currently operates across six Tokyo locations.

Ever since “washoku,” or traditional Japanese food, was designated an intangible cultural heritage by UNESCO in 2013, popular dishes and liquors like sushi, tempura, sukiyaki, sake, shochu and awamori — have been garnering a lot of international attention.

Japan’s autumn leaves are as iconic as its cherry blossoms, transforming the country into a breathtaking spectacle of vibrant reds, oranges, and golds from October to December.