- Find your Perfect Hanami Spot ! 16 Places to See the Cherry Blossoms in the Tokyo Area
- If you are in Tokyo during the cherry blossoms season, it may be hard to pick up a specific place to view the sakura trees as the metropolis has so mu
- The Sumida Aquarium: Explore an Underwater World below Tokyo Skytree
- Japan is home to some of the world's largest and most fascinating aquariums. Although nothing can compare to the extraordinary Okinawa Churaumi Aquari
- Yozakura: 3 Unique Ways to Enjoy Cherry Blossoms at Night
- The joy and grandeur of hanami (cherry blossom viewing) doesn't end when the sun sets. Thanks to “yozakura,” the custom of viewing cherry blossoms at
- The Chichibu-Tama-Kai National Park: Nature and Hiking at Tokyo’s Doorstep
- The Chichibu-Tama-Kai National Park, located just West of Tokyo, is a vast recreational area for outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds. Although hiking is
- Planning for Cherry Blossoms: Tips for 3 of Tokyo's Hanami Hot Spots
- It's never too early to start planning hanami parties (or planning a trip to Japan to experience them). Cherry blossom forecasts start popping up as e
- 3 Mountain Lodges for New Year’s Eve and the First Sunrise of the Year
- Although I prefer to go on day trips, I do enjoy staying the night of December 31st in a mountain hut and taking part in the tradition of “hatsuhinode
- Mt Aoba - Takahama’s Highest Viewpoint
- A hike up Mt Aoba offers refreshing nature, breathtaking views, and some thrilling climbing sections between its two peaks. If you’re itching to do an
- Visit 3 of Tokyo's Most Famous Parks with this 1-Day Walking Course
- Tokyo is famous for its vast network of expansive public parks and green spaces. If you are visiting the city and staying in or near Shinjuku or Shibu
- Experience the Teahouses of Shinjuku Gyoen
- Although Shinjuku Gyoen is most revered for its beautiful gardens and scenic vistas, exploring the forest paths of this massive, tranquil greenspace w
- Discover Saihoji: The Ancient Moss Temple of Kyoto
- It is said that Kyoto is home to thousands of temples and shrines. You've probably already heard of the most famous ones: Kinkakuji (the Golden Pavil
- Autumn Adventures: The Fall Colors of Lake Okutama
- You may be familiar with Mt. Takao, the closest and easiest hike near Tokyo. If you've experienced all that Mt. Takao has to offer, it's time to go de
- 3 Amazing Autumn Day Trips from Shinjuku
- Although there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy fall colors in Shinjuku, nothing beats getting out into nature and strolling or hiking below a ca
- Autumn in Shinjuku: 3 Amazing Spots for Viewing Fall Colors
- As one of Tokyo's major business hubs, Shinjuku admittedly isn't the first location that comes to mind when seeking out places to soak in the splendid
- Explore Japan’s Living History in the East Gardens of the Imperial Palace
- With a giant moat, ancient, towering stone walls, and police officers and security guards around every corner, the Imperial Palace grounds, can be a l
- 10 Tips for Climbing Mt Fuji
- The official Mt Fuji climbing season only lasts two months a year. From early July to early September, you can safely climb to the top of Japan’s high