In Japan, local festivals are held throughout the year, but it’s in summer when they really shine, as summer holidays mean people can enjoy some much-needed time off from work, university or school, giving them more time to travel and experience some of the best festivals in the country, often…
A travel writer puts together a 48-hour itinerary in Kyoto on a $480 budget, which includes visiting a secret bamboo forest and eating vending machine ramen.