Camping & Trekking The Bamboo Forest of Arashiyama Suwannee Payne The Japanese have a long history with bamboo in their folklore, metaphorically linking a man's strength with this plant.
Camping & Trekking Mt. Oyama - Great Day Hike David Hallman A great day hike that offers flexibility for all skill levels. Beautiful views, a cable car shrine, temple, and traditional crafts..
Camping & Trekking Hachiko Square Ashley Haley Hachiko Square is perhaps the best-known meeting place in Tokyo. It borders the well-known Shibuya pedestrian crossing, said to..
Sports & Fitness Hiking up Mt. Tsukuba Joe Peters The hiking trails of Mt. Tsukuba are about 100 km (60 miles) from Tokyo, easily accessible by train or car.
Camping & Trekking Mount Mitake & Mount Odake Day Hike Sarah Mathews The Mount Mitake and Mount Odake day hike from Tokyo, starting and ending at the stunning Tama River, has nice views the whole way...
Camping & Trekking Climbing Mount Mitsu-toge Nicole Bauer Every third Monday in July Japan celebrates umi-no-hi (Marine Day), when many Japanese take a trip to the beach to show their gratitude..
Sponsored Camping & Trekking Nihon-ji Temple at Nokogiriyama Featured Nihon-ji Temple and its big Buddha are a pleasant surprise for many travelers exploring the trails of Nokogiriyama.
Camping & Trekking Chiba Zoological Park Jessica A Paje Chiba Zoological Park is comprised of five distinct zones that are well organized, large enough to recreate natural habitats, yet..
