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While the cities of Osaka and Tokyo are universally famous for their bustling energy, the serene alpine valley of Kamikochi (上高地) offers a complete...

While Tokyo is deeply rooted in history with its ancient shrines and traditional gardens, it is also a city that constantly redefines the future. If y...

When most travelers think of Kyoto, they picture ancient temples, serene bamboo groves, and geisha walking down cobblestone streets. But head a few ho...

While the iconic thatched roofs of Shirakawa-go are undoubtedly spectacular and draw crowds from around the world, finding that exact same historic ru...

If you are looking to trade the bustling city streets of Osaka for a true tropical getaway, you do not actually need to book a flight out of Kansai. W...

When planning a Kansai itinerary, many travelers default to booking a hotel right in the middle of Kyoto. But while Kyoto offers incredible history, t...

Rising steeply behind Kobe, Mount Rokko offers one of the most rewarding and accessible day hikes in the Kansai region. The classic traverse route sta...

Located in the Yoshino District in the southern-central part of Nara Prefecture, Tenkawa Village is a true "hidden region" surrounded by the 1,000 to...

Lake Kawaguchiko is the most accessible of the Fuji Five Lakes and offers arguably the most iconic, unobstructed views of Mount Fuji. Whether you are...

Hidden deep in the mountainous terrain of southern Nara Prefecture's Totsukawa Village—the largest village in Japan by land area—the Tsuribashinosato...

Located in Kishiwada City, Kishiwada Castle is a tranquil and historically significant coastal fortress. Originally established in the 16th century, i...

Perched on the mountainside of Mount Arakura in Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi Prefecture, the Chureito Pagoda (Arakurayama Sengen Park) offers the quintessen...

Located in Katano City, Osaka, "Hoshi no Buranko" (The Star Swing) is one of the most rewarding outdoor escapes right in our own backyard. Suspended i...

Located just a short distance from Mount Fuji, Hakone is Japan's premier hot spring (onsen) resort destination. It offers a perfect blend of steaming...

Floating in the Kitan Strait just off the coast of Wakayama, Tomogashima is a cluster of uninhabited islands that feels completely detached from moder...

Stretching along the coast of the Sea of Japan, Tottori Prefecture is a destination of breathtaking contrasts—home to both Japan's largest sand dunes...

Among all of Japan's waterfalls, Shiraito Falls (Shiraito-no-Taki) in Shizuoka operates on an entirely different level of beauty. Instead of a single...

Discover Wazuka, Kyoto's hidden tea town. Enjoy peaceful sightseeing and scenic walking trails through rolling green tea plantations and visit the ico...

If you love the historic, snow-covered Gassho-zukuri farmhouses but want to avoid the massive tourist crowds of Shirakawa-go, Gokayama (五箇山) is you...

While neighboring Kawaguchiko draws massive international crowds, Lake Yamanaka (Yamanakako)—the largest and closest of the Fuji Five Lakes to Mount F...

Walk the Amaharashi Coast Promenade in Toyama Prefecture. Experience world-class views of the Tateyama Mountain Range across the ocean, Yoshitsune Roc...

Discover Takaoka City's incredible bronze craftsmanship. Visit the historic Takaoka Great Buddha and explore the nostalgic Doraemon promenade on this...

Discover Shunsai Tei Yumesaki in Takaoka, Toyama. A top-rated hidden gem izakaya serving incredible fresh seafood, local sake, and homemade Masu-zushi...

Discover Akame 48 Waterfalls, a hidden gem near Osaka. Enjoy a scenic 4km hike, spot giant salamanders, and explore the birthplace of ninja training i...

Picture a traditional Japanese shrine. You’re probably thinking of Kyoto’s endless red gates, right? But let's be honest—you’re also picturing the cru...