A large staple of Japanese mythology, Kirishima Jingu Shrine is not a place you want to miss out on. Home…
Dagmara KoreckaApril 5, 2016
For over 1000 years, the annual Omizutori (お水取り) festival has been held at the Nigatsu-dou temple in Nara. With such…
Luka JacksonApril 2, 2016
Lake Tazawa offers many activities such as fishing, skiing, relaxing in hotsprings as well sightseeing spots like the Goza no…
Ryann OverbayApril 1, 2016
Take a cruise along Kujukushima's "ninety nine islands"and enjoy the sights on the sea and plucking shells for their pearls.
Jo. HernándezApril 1, 2016
The Daibutsu hiking course provides explorers a chance to enjoy both nature and Kamakura's heritage along its trails.
Ethan CookmanApril 1, 2016
If one volcano is not enough to take your breath away, how about five? Hiking up Mount Nasu is one…
Hazel TaylorMarch 29, 2016
Ever wanted to walk through a picturesque village on the Japanese countryside seemingly coming out of Japanese folktale from long…
Brian KoldMarch 29, 2016
If you are looking for your own secret waterfall, visit these three secret falls and bathe in the glory of…
Hazel TaylorMarch 28, 2016
Miyanoura offers ample entertainment to ensure nightfall doesn't extinguish the island spirit on Naoshima.
Ethan CookmanMarch 25, 2016
Aokigahara near Mt Fuji has a deserved reputation as Japan's "suicide forest", but it also offers great scenery and a…
Andrew CharalambousMarch 24, 2016
Volcanoes are so commonplace in Japan tourists tend to forget the dangers posed by infrequent eruptions and earthquakes. However, Mount…
TurnerMarch 21, 2016
Kamakura, in Kanagawa prefecture, is an increasingly popular destination for tourists looking to get out of Tokyo city for the…
Matt De SousaMarch 14, 2016
Nature lovers will not want to miss this. Every winter from around October to March, the countryside of Izumi is…
Lauren LewisMarch 11, 2016
Take a hike and soak in the nature of Yakushima. Four hours south of Kagoshima, past open sea and through…
Ethan CookmanMarch 10, 2016
Hidden away on the island of Kyushu lies one of Japan's most mystical and impressive natural sceneries, the vulcanic region…
VoyaponMarch 9, 2016
Nature lovers, let your worries go with a visit to the Nakatajima Sand Dunes, one of the top three sand…
Elena GalindoMarch 8, 2016
Enjoy a nature walk by Takachiho gorge, nestled in the interminable green of summertime Miyazaki.
Ethan CookmanMarch 8, 2016
Kumamoto Prefecture in Kyushu is famous for the natural beauty and its mystifying coastline attracts people from around the world.
VoyaponMarch 5, 2016
Japan is famous for its interesting relationship with animals. One such example is the amazing experience that is Rabbit Island!
Connor LawlessMarch 5, 2016
The Tateyama snow wall is one of Japan's impressive and breathtaking sights, and the Alpine Route allows you to take…
Luka JacksonMarch 4, 2016
“In Japan, we have four seasons.” This is something I am told very often by my Japanese friends and acquaintances.…
Connor LawlessMarch 1, 2016
Sadly known for a tragedy in the past, today Minamata is one of Japan's most peaceful, beautiful and eco-friendly seaside…
Lauren LewisFebruary 27, 2016
Set out from overwhelming Tokyo to glimpse the living heritage of Japan.
Jose I. EspindolaFebruary 23, 2016
Mount Fuji is possibly the most iconic symbol of Japan beloved by tourists and many dream of reaching the summit…
Elena GalindoFebruary 21, 2016
There are many things to be done in Arashiyama including the Bamboo grove, the Nisonin and Gioji temples, and feeding…
Luka JacksonFebruary 20, 2016
