hiking

Climbing Mt. Fuji was a great experience : A Personal Account

From the 8th station, the walk begins to get quite steep and by the time you get to the 9th…

5 years ago

Tsumago Post Town | Elegant and beautiful streets with a sense of old Japan

Tsumago is one of the most popular old post towns to visit on the Nakasendo Trail because it is so…

5 years ago

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…

5 years ago

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…

5 years ago

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…

5 years ago

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…

5 years ago

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…

5 years ago

Lake Kawaguchiko | Beautiful scenery from season to season

Kawaguchiko is best-known for its amazing view of Mt Fuji. Located at the foot of the mountain, there are many…

5 years ago

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…

5 years ago

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…

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Iya Valley, Tokushima | A Secluded Place Surrounded by Mountains

The Iya Valley region is a scenic area known for its dramatic mountain valleys and old vine bridges. Find out…

5 years ago

Juniko Lakes, Aomori | Beautiful cobalt blue pond

The Juniko (12 Lakes) in Aomori are a place of scenic beauty in the middle of a forest area in…

5 years ago

Oga Peninsula, Akita | Beautiful scenery of sea and mountains

Oga Peninsula, in the western part of Akita, juts out into the Japan Sea in the shape of an ax. Along…

5 years ago

Mount Daisen | Beautiful scenery in all seasons

Mount Daisen, 1,729 meters high, is the highest mountain in Tottori Prefecture. There are great hiking courses and beautiful temples…

5 years ago

Tottori Sand Dunes, Tottori | Beautiful nature as it is

The sand dunes of Tottori are giant dunes located on the coast of the city of Tottori along Japan's western…

5 years ago

Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route | One of the most attractive sightseeing routes in Japan

How to best enjoy one of Japan's most beautiful natural areas, the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route? Follow this itinerary to…

5 years ago

Nakasendo Trail | Unspoiled nature and beautiful countryside

If you are planning to walk a part of the Nakasendo trail to see the pretty old post towns and…

4 years ago

Kurobe Gorge Railway with Spectacular Views

In the Kurobe Gorge in Toyama, you can enjoy breathtaking views from the Kurobe Gorge Railway train. See what there…

4 years ago

Akiyoshidai & Akiyoshido Cave | Enjoy Nature on a day trip

The Akiyoshidai Plateau and Akiyoshi Cave are popular sightseeing spots for local tourists. The area is near Yamaguchi city, not…

4 years ago

Izukogen, Shizuoka | Very popular Resort Area

Izukogen is is a popular resort area for Tokyoites because it is not far from Tokyo. There are many beaches,…

4 years ago