Places

29/05/2026

Travel Japan: what changes for the 2026 luxury traveler

How new luxury hotel openings, rail planning, and sustainability trends are reshaping high-end travel in Japan for 2026, from Tokyo and Kyoto to Osaka and regional stays.

Beyond Tokyo and Kyoto: where to stay in regional Japan for slow luxury

28/05/2026

Beyond Tokyo and Kyoto: where to stay in regional Japan for slow luxury

Discover how regional luxury hotels and ryokan in Japan rival Tokyo and Kyoto, with slow travel itineraries linking Hakone, Ise Shima, Setouchi, Nara, Kyoto, and Tokyo for couples and families.

What to ask when booking a luxury hotel in Japan with children

22/05/2026

What to ask when booking a luxury hotel in Japan with children

Discover how to choose luxury family hotels in Japan that genuinely welcome children. Learn which questions to ask about age policies, room types, onsen access, and transport in Tokyo and Kyoto, plus practical booking tips and FAQs.

Accommodation Japan: ryokan, machiya or design hotel, what suits which traveler

Cultural Experiences

21/05/2026

Accommodation Japan: ryokan, machiya or design hotel, what suits which traveler

Refine your family trip to Japan with a clear guide to ryokan, machiya, design hotels and business hotels, including real price benchmarks, named examples and a practical checklist for premium travelers.

The case against the Tokyo Kyoto Osaka loop for premium travelers

19/05/2026

The case against the Tokyo Kyoto Osaka loop for premium travelers

Discover luxury Japan itinerary alternatives to the classic Tokyo–Kyoto–Osaka loop, with concrete train times, sample nightly rates and regional stays in Hakone, Ise Shima, Setouchi and Kanazawa for high-end travelers.

Forest bathing along Ise-Shima's pilgrim trails: Amanemu's wellness signature

18/05/2026

Forest bathing along Ise-Shima's pilgrim trails: Amanemu's wellness signature

Discover Amanemu in Ise-Shima National Park: a Kerry Hill–designed luxury onsen resort with private hot spring suites, forest walks, and a pilgrim-inspired spa ideal for couples’ wellness retreats in Japan.

Hotel guide Japan: how the 2026 luxury landscape has shifted

Market Shifts

14/05/2026

Hotel guide Japan: how the 2026 luxury landscape has shifted

A refined hotel guide to Japan’s evolving luxury map, from Tokyo and Kyoto flagships to Hokkaidō eco retreats, apartment hotels and Japanese–Western hybrids, with practical strategy and up-to-date tourism data.

Imperial Hotel Kyoto inside Yasaka Kaikan: 16,387 tiles, one restoration

Architectural Marvels

12/05/2026

Imperial Hotel Kyoto inside Yasaka Kaikan: 16,387 tiles, one restoration

Discover Imperial Hotel, Kyoto inside the restored Yasaka Kaikan theatre in Gion. Explore its heritage architecture, suites, dining, and how it compares with other Kyoto luxury hotels.

Hoshinoya Nara Prison preview: what 48 suites in a Meiji prison actually mean

Architectural Marvels

11/05/2026

Hoshinoya Nara Prison preview: what 48 suites in a Meiji prison actually mean

Discover Hoshinoya Nara Prison, a Meiji-era red brick penitentiary in Nara reborn as a 48-suite luxury hotel by Hoshino Resorts, blending heritage conservation, design and thoughtful prison history interpretation.

Where to stay in Japan: the 2026 luxury traveler's geography

07/05/2026

Where to stay in Japan: the 2026 luxury traveler's geography

Refined guide to where to stay in Japan for couples, from Tokyo and Kyoto hotels to Hakone onsen ryokan and regional gems like Nara, Setouchi and Hokkaidō, with updated price benchmarks and practical planning tips.

Capella Kyoto's first months: what 89 rooms around a courtyard actually feel like

Urban Retreats

06/05/2026

Capella Kyoto's first months: what 89 rooms around a courtyard actually feel like

Capella Kyoto is a four story luxury urban retreat in Higashiyama with 92 rooms and suites wrapped around a central Japanese garden, onsen style suites, and Auriga Spa inspired by Japan’s microseasons.

Reading Aman Kyoto: the morning ritual that defines its Spa

Urban Retreats

06/05/2026

Reading Aman Kyoto: the morning ritual that defines its Spa

Discover how Aman Kyoto turns a luxury stay in Japan into a quiet forest ritual for couples, with hinoki baths, private onsen sessions, and a valley setting near Kinkaku-ji that feels worlds away from central Kyoto and Tokyo.

Elegant ryokans in Ginzan Onsen for an unforgettable hot spring escape

10/04/2026

Elegant ryokans in Ginzan Onsen for an unforgettable hot spring escape

Plan an elegant stay at ryokans in Ginzan Onsen, with private hot spring baths, kaiseki dinners, and river views in Yamagata’s most atmospheric onsen town.

Where to stay in Hiroshima for an elegant and memorable stay

Urban Retreats

07/04/2026

Where to stay in Hiroshima for an elegant and memorable stay

Elegant guide on where to stay in Hiroshima, covering luxury and premium hotels, best areas, transport access, and peaceful city views for discerning travelers.

Immersive themed hotels in Tokyo for an unforgettable luxury stay

16/03/2026

Immersive themed hotels in Tokyo for an unforgettable luxury stay

Explore the most immersive themed hotels in Tokyo, from Disney resorts to art driven stays, with expert tips on booking, prices, and locations for luxury travelers.

How to get to Niseko with ease for a refined Hokkaido escape

14/03/2026

How to get to Niseko with ease for a refined Hokkaido escape

Plan how to get to Niseko with clear guidance on flights, trains, and transfers from Tokyo and New Chitose airport to luxury ski resorts in Hokkaido.

Elegant day trips from Osaka for luxury focused travelers

09/03/2026

Elegant day trips from Osaka for luxury focused travelers

Plan elegant day trips from Osaka to Kyoto, Nara, Himeji, Kobe, and Lake Biwa with luxury hotel bases, premium transport, and family friendly cultural experiences.

An elegant guide to the best hotels in Hakone Japan for refined stays

Mountain Escapes

28/02/2026

An elegant guide to the best hotels in Hakone Japan for refined stays

An elegant guide to the best hotels in Hakone Japan, highlighting luxury ryokan, onsen culture, and practical tips for planning a refined hot spring escape.

Elegant stays at a Nikko ryokan in Japan for discerning travelers

27/02/2026

Elegant stays at a Nikko ryokan in Japan for discerning travelers

Plan an elegant stay at a Nikko ryokan in Japan, with guidance on hot springs, rooms, dining, and booking strategies for luxury and premium travelers.

Refined miyajima ryokan stays for an elegant island escape