Japan's best-kept travel secrets aren't on the typical tourist trail. Discover why Kanazawa and Fukuoka are the alt-cities every smart traveler is adding to their Japan itinerary right now.

Fukuoka, Japan’s sixth largest city by population, has more open-air food stalls than the rest of the country combined. These stalls are called yatais, and they’re an indelible part of what makes ...

This is part of Uncovering Japan, a collection of stories that spotlight the lesser known gems that belong on your Japan itinerary, offering everything from a wellspring of local craft and a vibrant ...