Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Michelle Gross is a seasoned travel journalist based in Beaufort, SC.

Tourism in Japan has boomed since the country eased its coronavirus-related entry restrictions in 2022, and it welcomed a record 20 million international travelers in the first half of 2025, according ...

Once a money-saving must, the iconic pass now comes with a higher price tag and frustrating limitations. Jessica Kozuka is a Japan-based freelance writer with nearly 20 years of experience. Her work ...