Japan

From iconic cherry blossoms to quiet temples off the beaten path, spring reveals Kyoto’s most enchanting side.

In Tokyo, afternoon tea is elevated to an art form, thanks to chefs’ meticulous attention to detail — and it’s also a welcome way for visitors to pause between sightseeing stops. Across the city, hotel lounges reinterpret the British ritual with a distinctly Japanese sensibility, weaving in seasonal ingredients like hojicha in tiramisu or sakura in delicate scones, all presented with impeccable precision. Here’s where to find the best afternoon teas in Tokyo.

Japan’s top stays don’t always mean sky-high prices. These MICHELIN-Key hotels are where gentle rates meet remarkable quality.

The New Year is the most important holiday in Japan. To celebrate, a look at how 10 MICHELIN Key hotels have reimagined the ancient ryokan for a new millennium.

Discover the thriving cocktail scene across the distinct neighborhoods of Tokyo, from MICHELIN Key hotels to discreet watering holes.

The garden is Kyoto’s greatest hotel amenity — a landscaped masterpiece offering painting-perfect views and a hidden oasis amid the bustle of the Ancient City.

The MICHELIN Guide announces its selection of the best hotels in Japan for 2025.

From serene hot spring retreats to sleek city towers, Japan’s new MICHELIN Key hotels capture the country’s quiet mastery of detail.

All year round, MICHELIN Guide Inspectors visit an endless procession of restaurants. And once in a while, a dish lands on their tables that is simply unforgettable.

The latest MICHELIN Guide Tokyo selection brings notable promotions, including Myojaku’s elevation to Three MICHELIN Stars and a Green Star for TROIS VISAGES. This year’s announcement also unveils the Special Awards, recognizing standout talent across the city’s dining scene.

Step outside your hotel and discover six distinct neighborhoods that capture Osaka’s scenery and ambiance, enriching every moment of your stay in this vibrant city.

Beyond mere aesthetics, the best architecture and design hotels in the world are purpose-built, immersive experiences — whether on land, sea or in the sky.

Japan offers more than skyscrapers and ryokan: It’s home to some of the most unique hotel forms in the world.

Just outside Tokyo — less than two hours by train — five Key hotels for onsen baths, bamboo forests, or mesmerizing views of Mt. Fuji.

With just enough time to plan a trip before cherry blossom season this spring, we're taking a closer look at one of the best hotels in Kyoto. Once you’ve found your sea legs in Japan, you might try a hyper-traditional ryokan. Until then, consider the One Key Ace Hotel.

Osaka might be a detour off the typical Japan itinerary, but the so-called “Nation’s Kitchen” is an obvious stop for the MICHELIN-minded traveler. At the One Key InterContinental Osaka, everything that makes this city special, all in one place.

From sky-high penthouses and private infinity pools to MICHELIN-Starred dining, these luxury Tokyo hotels are the ultimate playgrounds for the fabulously flush.

Go behind the scenes with a MICHELIN inspector at milpa, which earned an historic one MICHELIN star in MICHELIN Guide Kyoto and Osaka 2025.