TRAVEL
TRAVEL
Japan’s major cities are full of interesting and exciting things to see and do. However, travel a little further afield and you’ll discover sides of Japan you never knew existed. From the distant shores of Okinawa to the sacred trails of the Kii Mountains, a plethora of memorable trips in Japan are waiting for you. Whether you’re escaping on a day-trip, train journey or a meandering road trip, we’ll show you where to go and how to get there. Check out the articles below for some great travel ideas in Japan.
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Visiting Nachisan and Kumano Nachi Taisha
While there are many religions in Japan, the...
Our Guide To How To Catch The Tram In Nagasaki
Nagasaki is a fairly compact city, but some...
Onomichi Cat Alley is a Cat Lover’s Paradise: Prepare to Lose your Mind
If Studio Ghibli were inspired by a real town, Onomichi would be it....
Monkeys and Ancient Cedar Trees on the Kumano Kodo Nakahechi Route: Day 2
Takahara to Tsugizakura-oji
The Takahara...
Fish and Tranquility? You’ve Never Been to Oshima!
The chances are high that you've never been to Fukuoka Prefecture's secluded island...
Trams Through the Blossoms: Discovering Tokyo on the Arakawa Line
Roses line this Tokyo tram line
At its peak,...
All The Highlights On This 2 Night Naoshima Itinerary
Naoshima Art Island is a must-see for art lovers travelling to Japan. Due...
A Leisurely Yokohama Seashore Tour
After Japan opened to foreign trade in the middle of the 19th century,...
Tokyo Day Trip: Koedo, Kawagoe’s Breath of Edo
We hear music in the distance. Drums beat and flutes whistle a traditional...
Noto Peninsula Drive, A Day Trip From Kanazawa
After spending a few days sightseeing in Kanazawa, get out of the city...
Road Trippin’ through Kumamoto Prefecture
With summer creeping in and three friends staying with us, the call of...
Ine Village, Kyoto’s Rustic Fishing Town
The town of Ine is located approximately 130km north of Kyoto, on the coast of...
The High Walls of Shuri Castle: Okinawa Without a Car Day 1
Its frequently said that a car is the perfect way to experience Okinawa....
The Churaumi Aquarium: Okinawa Without a Car Day 5
On the last day of our Okinawa trip, we decided to commune with...
The Idyllic Hills of Biei: Exploring A Hidden Gem by Bike, Day 1
Biei lies in the foothills of Mt. Tokachi,...
Frittering About in Fukuoka: Tokyo to Okinawa Day 10
Sometimes, the best days of a vacation are the ones where things fail...
Capybara Onsen: The Izu Shaboten Zoo
Nestled along the scenic coastline of the Izu peninsula lies the Izu Shaboten...
A Dragon, a Goddess, and a Shrine: Why You Need to Visit Enoshima Island: Part 1
Sun, sky, an epic romance between a goddess and a vicious five-headed dragon,...
Springtime in Hokkaido’s Biei–Furano
Hokkaido is Japan’s northernmost island and sidles the frosty southeastern part of Russia. It is...
Tomogashima: Japan’s Forgotten Fortress
In the mood for something different?
Japan is widely accepted...
The Kyoto Scramble: Tokyo to Okinawa Day 3
With approximately 1600 temples (Silver Pavilion etc), 400 shrines (Yasaka Shrine), 5 castles...
The Jogasaki Coast: Hiking through Volcanic Cliffs and Quiet Capes
After a morning spent witnessing volcanic archery and visiting a capybara onsen, my...
The Healing Waters of Hitoyoshi: Tokyo to Okinawa Day 11
On day 11 of our trip, we left Fukuoka and after a brief...
The Okinawan Resort Life: Okinawa Without a Car Day 4
For many travelers to Okinawa, lazing around at a resort is their main...
Things to do in Yunomine Onsen
Yunomine Onsen in Wakayama Prefecture
Japan, like other countries...