Japan travel

A CNN iReporter proves you don't have to brave winter weather to see Japan's adorable "snow monkeys" in action

Casual fine dining takes off in Tokyo

Sick of offensive menu prices, a new wave of city chefs is whipping up incredible dishes in pretension-free environments

From restored to ruined, these ancient “gusuku" transport visitors to the days when the Ryukyu Kingdom ruled

A beginner’s guide to Japan’s southernmost prefecture, where the weather is warm and the beaches white

The Okinawa capital isn't just the port of entry for travelers heading to the beach. It's a place to shop, eat and prowl for oddities

Remote yet comfortable, this tiny island is a time capsule of Okinawan tradition

The largest battle of the Pacific War was fought more than 65 years ago, but evidence and relics are easily found around the islands

From gentle dugong to fiery vipers, island life is something to see ... but not toy with