Japanese whisky (it’s spelled whisky, not whiskey, in Japan) no longer needs an introduction for beverage lovers. While Japan was…
Sophie Friedman
Sophie is an American journalist based in Shanghai and New York. She writes for Conde Nast Traveler, AFAR, Forbes Travel Guide, and Fodor’s guidebooks. Her favorite things to do in Japan are eat and get lost in stationery stores. Find Sophie at @sophiefriedman.
Three Days in Kyoto
One of the most culturally rich cities in the world, Kyoto was the capital of Japan for over a thousand…
Specialty Coffee in Japan
While travelers to Japan typically dream of green tea and sake, coffee lovers from around the world are also starting…
Tea in Japan
Japan is home to one of the world’s most venerable tea cultures, and is a tea lover’s paradise. Though best…
Japan’s Best Art Destinations and Biennials & Triennials
Japan is one of the world’s premier destinations for art lovers thanks to its rich traditional culture, and cutting-edge contemporary…