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Make Your Own Sea Salt in Kochi
Visitors to Japan can experience first-hand how to make sea salt during an interactive workshop in Kochi on the island of Shikoku. -
Working with More than 100 Local Guides to Promote Responsible Travel in Japan
In July of this year, Destination Asia Japan launched its plan to update its sustainability contract with targeted guides in order to strengthen the implementation of responsible travel. Since then, over 100 sustainability contracts have been signed. -
Japan Voted Among Best Destinations For Post-Pandemic Travel
In both Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler's annual lists, as well as Green Destinations' Top 100, Japan's cities have consistently ranked among the world's best destinations. -
Asiatic Black Bear Conservation Study & Watching Tour Now Available in Karuizawa
A first for Japan, visitors to the centre are now able to learn about Asiatic black bears through an exclusive visit to the bears' habitat area. -
Sustainability & Public Reporting (Travelife)
As part of our promise to operate more sustainably and provide the best possible service to our clients, we are sharing public reports relating to our sustainability commitments. This initial report shows those criteria we have committed to meet and report on to Travelife – a leading certification initiative for tourism companies. The criteria under […] -
Dancing For 3 Days and 3 Nights in Yatsuo
Held annually over the first three days of September, the Owara Kaze-no-Bon Festival is a lively event known for its elegant traditional dances. -
Asia’s First Adventure Travel World Summit to be Held in Japan
Scheduled to be held online from 20-24 September 2021 in Hokkaido, the summit focuses on Japan’s wild island of Hokkaido and explores adventure travel’s role in maintaining harmony with nature. -
Tokyo Olympics & Paralympics Gets Set to Take Place
The Olympics are scheduled to take place between 23 July and 8 August, while the Paralympics will be held between 24 August and 5 September -
Japan’s Southern Islands Recommended for UNESCO World Heritage Status
A UNESCO advisory panel has recommended the registration of Amami Oshima and other southwestern islands in Japan as natural assets on the UNESCO World Heritage list. -
Learning Resilience from the Locals of Tōhoku
Destination Asia Japan is currently working with Kataribe guides to develop two new products in Tōhoku to share stories and show how locals live in harmony with nature. -
Watch Japan’s Cherry Blossoms Spring to Life with a 360 Virtual Tour
To facilitate virtual hanami, the Japanese weather channel Weather News has released a variety of 360-degree videos for online users to virtually experience the flowers in full bloom. -
Praying for Children’s Happiness on Hinamatsuri
Also known as 'Girls' Day,' Hinamatsuri is a special day for families to celebrate their young daughters, praying for their success and happiness.