Lily Crossley-Baxter

A guide to making the most of your time in trees, the Japanese-way.

The term ikigai is a succinct way to describe what gets you up in the morning – be it work, family or a well-loved hobby – much like a prosaic version of the French raison d'être.

A two-week itinerary for a trip to Tokyo and beyond used as part of Thrillist's 20 places for 2020.

A study of the Japanese concept 'mottainai' - adding 'respect' to the usual trio of reduce, reuse and recycle.

An exploration of Japan's bath houses and their roles in society.

A journey to challenge the six roots of perception as I climbed Mt. Mitoku in Tottori, Japan.

With an unusual culture of import and export, Sado is an island of relaxed towns, rich history and delicious food. Once an isolated island it soon became a hub of visiting ships, ready to transport the gold the island offered up and leave behind the mainland’s unwanted characters.

A four-day hike to Japan's most remote onsen, known as the high plains of heaven

An exploration of Japan's most elevated experiences for Matador, in partnership with ANA.

A look at the rejuvenation projects taking place in rural Tottori - Japan's least-populated prefecture.

A feature on Kazunori Hamana - a Japanese artist who displays his work in tumble-down farmhouses in rural Chiba.

An exploration of the Japanese aesthetic concept wabi-sabi for the BBC Travel series 'Why we are what we are'.

Everything you need to know about Japan during peak hanami season.

When you think of Japan, you may have in mind the metropolis that is Tokyo, or the stunning temples of Kyoto—but this country also has some of the most incredible natural wonders in the world.

An interview with a local salaryman who gave up his job to open a sweet-potato shop in Tokyo.