Winter Sports Winter at Naeba Ski Resort Rufus Starbuck Naeba ski resort is one of the most well known winter resorts on the main island of Japan. Dominated by the big Prince Hotel at..
7 Camping & Trekking Mastering Makihata-san C. Rio Makihata-san has been on my list of hikes for a long time, and what better time to climb then with the incoming fall colors?
8 Activities Zenibuchi Park Kim Bergström Minamiuonuma's Zenibuchi Park is a pleasant spot to visit no matter the season, but is particularly renowned for their cherry..
7 Camping & Trekking Hiking from the top of Mount Naeba C. Rio This section of the Snow Country Trail summits Naeba-san and then follows the river down to the car park of the Neaba ski resort...
Activities Tsunan Sunflower Festival 2026 Early - Late Aug The Tsunan Sunflower Festival showcases around 500,000 of these beautiful seasonal blooms over a 4 hectare space. There are plenty..
8 Activities Summer in Snow Country Kim Bergström Minami Uonuma, in Niigata's snow country, is often known as a winter destination - but there is plenty to enjoy outside the..
Sports & Fitness Awashima Island Bryan Baier Awashima is a small, remote island with amazing scenery and clear blue water perfect for snorkeling.