Travel Guide
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7 Most Beautiful Lakes in Tohoku
Tohoku is a rural region located in Japan’s northwest. It is far wilder than many other regions, with fewer of the high-tech city centers that Japan is known for and a great many beautiful landscapes. If you are looking to see the best of Tohoku, you can often find it […]
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8 Best Ski Resorts in Nagano Prefecture
Home to the 1998 Winter Olympics, Nagano is a skier’s dream. Nagano’s incredible slopes are only a short train and bus ride from Tokyo, making it an ideal location for international travelers. Nagano is home to great ski trails for every skill level of skier or snowboarder, from first-timers to […]
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Where to Shop in Sapporo | Hokkaido Guide
Sapporo is one of the finest cities in Japan for shopping. Here is a guide to the best shopping spots in Sapporo! A lot of tourists visit Sapporo throughout the year. They spend their time on exploring the city’s iconic landmarks, delicious foods and of course the popular shopping centers […]
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10 Best Places to See Fall Foliage around Tokyo
As the seasons turn, the leaves in many parts of the world change color. Nowhere is this more celebrated in Japan, where autumn leaf viewing occurs every season, often accompanied by festivals. In Tokyo, the center of much of Japanese culture, autumn leaf viewing can be enjoyed all around the […]
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8 Best Places to See Fall Foliage in Nagano
Fall foliage viewing has a long tradition in Japan. In Nagano, one of the prefectures located in central Honshu, the forested, mountainous wilderness provides unique places to see the leaves turn color. Nagano is more sparsely populated than many other areas in Japan. The rugged mountains hosted the 1998 Winter […]
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6 Best Places to See Autumn Leaves in Hiroshima
Autumn in Japan is something truly special. The autumn leaves are unlike any you’ll see in the world. There is a long Japanese tradition of autumn-leaf viewing. In Hiroshima prefecture, the natural beauty of its temples, gorges, and gardens is a perfect setting to see the many fiery colors of […]
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Mount Takao | Tokyo Guide
Life in Tokyo is busy and loud. Tokyo is one of the most modern cities in the world and, while quite beautiful, it can get tiring to see the constant lights and buildings. If you are staying Tokyo for any amount of time, why not go visit the Japanese wilderness […]
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10 Best Museums to Visit in Tokyo
The history of Japan is one full of events, culture, natural wonders, and unique personal stories unlike those found anywhere else. As a great crossroads of history, commerce, and culture, Tokyo is home to many museums that offer great opportunities to experience and learn so much about Japan! Whether you […]
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8 Incredible Places for Viewing Mount Fuji
Mount Fuji is one of the best-known symbols of Japan. Its snowy peak rises 3,776.24 m (12,389 ft) above the largest island of Japan, Honshu, about 100 kilometers south of Tokyo. Besides being beautiful, it is also an active volcano and the tallest volcano in Japan. Scientists monitor Mount Fuji […]
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10 Famous Gardens to Visit in Japan
Japanese culture has long had a special respect for gardens. The beautiful and serene style of Japanese gardens has found its way throughout the world and is found prominently featured in many parks and monuments. However, these gardens were all inspired by the real thing found in Japan. Japanese gardens […]
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