In the modern age of international tourism to Japan, Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka capture the vast majority of foreign visitors,…
Todd FongFebruary 2, 2023
ℹ Advertorial Central Japan is home to some of Japan’s best-known traditional culture and crafts, with many places offering you…
VoyaponFebruary 10, 2022
There's more than one way to get from Tokyo to Kyoto. You could, for example, hop on a Shinkansen at…
Todd FongFebruary 9, 2022
The Nakasendo Trail (中山道) is one of the five former "Gokaido" (五街道) routes in Japan used during the Edo period…
ManonJanuary 20, 2022
You'd have to have been hiding under a rock in 2016 not to have heard of Your Name (君の名は, Kimi…
Toshiko SakuraiJuly 1, 2021
It all takes place in Gifu prefecture, in the heart of the Japanese Alps. Far from the urban frenzy, traditional…
Marie BorgersApril 30, 2021
Nestled in the mountains of Gifu prefecture, Gero Onsen (下呂温泉) is one of Japan’s top three hot spring destinations. Its…
Marie BorgersApril 30, 2021
Surrounded by a rich natural environment in the heart of the Japanese Alps, the historical district of Takayama (高山) perpetuates…
Marie BorgersApril 30, 2021
Situated in the west of the Japanese Alps, in the north of Gifu prefecture, the Hida (飛騨) region is home…
Marie BorgersApril 30, 2021
Ever since the remote village of Shirakawa-go (白川郷) was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995, it has…
Marie BorgersApril 30, 2021
This is Part 2 of a 3 part series of articles about the New Golden Route, a part of Japan…
Toshiko SakuraiFebruary 12, 2021
From pictorial villages of traditional thatched-roof houses to one of Japan’s beloved onsen hot spring towns, a visit to Gifu Prefecture…
Mika SendaFebruary 8, 2021
Sponsored by Nakatsugawa city. Zen is probably one of the most illustrious Japanese philosophies. Synonymous with rest or well-being for…
LéoOctober 29, 2018
Sponsored by Nakatsugawa city. One of the most important tips when visiting Japan is finding the perfect accommodation for your…
LéoOctober 27, 2018
Sponsored by Nakatsugawa City. Nakatsugawa in Gifu Prefecture is known for the beautiful trail named "Nakasendo," with many historical sites which separated from each…
LéoOctober 24, 2018
Do you know of the Nakasendo trail? Nakasendō, also called Kisokaidō, was one of the Edo Five Routes (Gokaidō 五街道) named Gokaidō during the Tokugawa…
LéoOctober 22, 2018
Sponsored by Nakatsugawa City My Stay in Nakatsugawa: Ryokan, Food, and Nightlife I recently had the opportunity to spend a…
Emiliano DeSantiagoFebruary 20, 2018
Sponsored by Nakatsugawa City A Hidden Gem: Tsukechi Gorge Near the Historic Nakatsugawa Tsukechi Gorge is without a doubt one…
Emiliano DeSantiagoFebruary 14, 2018
Sponsored by Nakatsugawa City History: During the Edo period, Nakatsugawa was the 45th post town along the historic Nakasendo road which…
Emiliano DeSantiagoFebruary 12, 2018
Sponsored by Nakatsugawa City History: A short distance from Nakatsugawa Station stands the ruins of Naegi Castle. Naegi Castle, which…
Emiliano DeSantiagoFebruary 8, 2018
Sponsored by Nakatsugawa City Experience the History and Scenic Landscapes of Nakatsugawa's Magome Post Town Magome was once the prosperous…
Emiliano DeSantiagoFebruary 4, 2018
Sponsored by Mino City Mino City, home to the famous Mino Washi paper, Mino Washi Akari Exhibition and of course…
Hazel TaylorDecember 11, 2017
Sponsored by Mino City When it comes to Japanese paper, Mino Washi listed UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage is in a league…
Hazel TaylorDecember 6, 2017
Sponsored by Mino City I know what you're thinking. Surely paper can be found everywhere, on any budget, with only…
Hazel TaylorDecember 4, 2017
Sponsored by Hida City Hida Furukawa, a small town 40km away from Takayama, is located in the Japanese Alps. The town…
EstelleJune 19, 2017
Sponsored by Hida City Sleeping in the countryside, surrounded by wild nature is possible! The village of Tanekura is a…
VoyaponJune 16, 2017
Sponsored by Hida City Only a 15 minute train ride from Takayama, Hida Furukawa is a historical town in Hida city that's…
EstelleJune 14, 2017
