While Japan is often better known for its urban tourist opportunities, don’t forget to schedule a visit to the Japanese Alps! The Japanese Alps are the name used for the […]
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12 Days in Japan Autumn Itinerary
What do you expect from a trip to Japan in the fall? Viewing vividly colored fall foliage is not the first and last thing you do here, instead there is […]
10 Best Places to See Tulips in Japan
According to many, spring is the king of all seasons. You can feel it here in Japan when you take a journey through the country’s most wonderful parks and gardens […]
7 Days in Central Japan Spring Itinerary
If you are planning to visit Japan in mid April, you may think of visiting most of the beautiful places around Central Japan. It means discovering the hidden treasures of […]
4 Best Places to See Cherry Blossom in Matsumoto
When I think of my favorite Nagano cherry blossom spots, Matsumoto Castle always comes to mind. It is one of the top famous hanami spots in Central Japan; I really […]
Four Seasons in Shirakawa-go
Shirakawa-go is one of Japan’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites. It is a traditional mountain village that changes its beauty throughout the year. When your mind is stuck with a simple […]
Takato Castle Ruins Park Cherry Blossom Festival 2025
If you are traveling to Nagano in April then you should visit the Takato Castle Ruins Park. It hosts an annual cherry blossom festival, which is known as Takato Cherry […]
Tonami Tulip Fair 2025 | Visit Toyama
Tonami Tulip Fair is a flower kingdom of Central Japan. It is simply a tribute to our magical spring season. Nothing could beat it though I find a contender of […]