Japan Travel Guide

Shimoda, Shizuoka | Beautiful subtropical beaches

You don’t need to go all the way to Okinawa if you want to go to a white sandy beach with azure blue waters. Volcanic peninsula Izu has its fair share of wonderful beaches.
Lake Hamanako, Shizuoka | Fun leisure facilities and beautiful scenery

Lake Hamanako is a resort area, with an amusement park and onsen with lake views. Located on the way between Tokyo and Kyoto, it is a good place to make an overnight stop.
Kawazu, Shizuoka | Flowers bloom all year round, and the area is full of natural attractions

Kawazu is only a small town, and it is a good spot to include in your itinerary if you want one or a few days of nature and rest with fewer international tourists.
Atami, Shizuoka | Old history, tasteful streets, and a spa paradise

Atami is a popular destination for cherry blossom viewing in spring and fireworks and the beach in summer. It is a good destination to combine with a multi-day trip to Mt. Fuji, Hakone, or Shimoda.
Mt Fuji Shibazakura Festival 2024 | Beautiful view of Mt. Fuji and all the lawn cherry blossoms

The Fuji Shibazakura Festival is an exceptional event near Mt. Shibazakura flowers bloom in different colors and in different shapes, creating a beautiful multicolored field. In 2023, it is held in April and May.
The History of Japan’s Pride of Mt.Fuji

The region around Mt Fuji has long been the inspiration for the works of many of Japan’s most celebrated writers, poets, and artists. How did this beautiful mountain with its nearly perfect symmetrical cone originate?
Hakuba, Nagano | Resorts including the largest ski resort in Japan

Hakuba in Nagano is one of Japan’s ski areas with several large ski resorts to choose from. The magnificent views and snow conditions make it very popular.
Matsumoto, Nagano | Remnants of an elegant castle town and magnificent nature

Matsumoto is centrally located in Nagano and is surrounded by the Japan Alps mountains. The city is especially famous for Matsumoto Castle, which is one of Japan’s original historic castles.
Kamikochi, Nagano | A resort area that is a treasure trove of unspoiled, beautiful wilderness

Kamikochi is a remote mountainous highland in the northern part of the Japanese Alps, which has been preserved in its natural state. Hikers will love the great outdoors feeling they will get here.
Karuizawa, Nagano | Surrounded by nature and adorable animals

Karuizawa has thrived as a very popular summer resort in Japan since the late 19th century because of its cool and comfy summer climate. This attractive town is a good stop on your way to the Nagano mountains.
Noto Peninsula, Ishikawa | Morning markets, fantastic festivals, and strong traditions

Noto Peninsula is known for its coastal scenery, particularly along the Okunoto Coast and the Kongo Coast, as well as for its rural atmosphere. Because the area’s public transportation is limited, exploring the area is best done by rental car
Kanazawa, Ishikawa | Unique Japanese traditions such as tea ceremony, Noh drama, gold leaf, etc

Kanazawa is the city of gold, but that’s not all this historical town has to offer. History buffs will love the samurai quarter and traditional Higashi Chaya district.
Niigata | Delicious rice and rich, beautiful nature

Niigata city is a pleasant place, with plenty of open spaces, making the city feel more spacious and less cramped than other major cities of Japan. Some of the best sake is also brewed here.
Echigo Yuzawa, Niigata | A hot spring resort with beautiful seasonal nature and history

There are more than 16 ski areas in Echigo Yuzawa and there are slopes for everyone from beginner to black piste expert. The area is known for its high-quality powder snow.
Suwa, Nagano | Beautiful Nature and Eternity of History and Culture

Outdoor activities, natural hot springs, and Japanese-style inns are what attract tourists to Suwa. The lake town is located in Nagano, and perfect as a base for day trips in Nagano prefecture.
Nagano City | Beautiful nature in each season and historic townscape

Nagano city is a good place to stay as a base for making day trips in the area with its good bus and train connections. What is there to do in the city itself?
Shiga Kogen, Nagano | People’s Lives in Harmony with Beautiful Nature

The Shiga Kogen Highlands were formed by volcanic activity and have a mountainous landscape. It stands as one of the world’s largest winter resorts and was home to many of the events of the 1998 Nagano Winter Olympics.
Takayama Jinya in Gifu | Magnificent mountain scenery and gorgeous alpine

Takayama Jinya is a well-preserved historic building in Takayama. It is a great place to visit for those interested in historical Japanese buildings. Find out what to expect on a visit!
Shirakawago | Beautiful scenery of magnificent nature and gassho-zukuri villages

Declared a UNESCO world heritage site in 1995, Shirakawago is best known for its traditional farmhouses in the thatched-roof style called Gasshozukuri, some of which are more than 250 years old.
Magome Post Town | Nostalgic old streets from the Edo period

Magome was a post town on the Nakasendo Route, which is one of the five routes that connected Edo with rural towns in the 16th-19th century. Pretty postcard-ready views are par for the course here.