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Tokyo

Sports & Fitness

5 Pro Baseball Teams Around Tokyo

The Tokyo area has 5 teams in Japan's professional circuit, each with its own personality and style. Here is a preview of all the teams in the Kanto region.

By Todd Wojnowski

Ibaraki

Sports & Fitness

Hiking up Mt. Tsukuba

The hiking trails of Mt. Tsukuba are about 100 km (60 miles) from Tokyo, easily accessible by train or car.

By Joe Peters

Tokyo

Sports & Fitness

Top 5 Running Routes in Tokyo

Running Tokyo is in the bucket list of many travelers who run. With some planning, you can enjoy the sense of discovery that comes only when you lace up your running shoes and step outdoors. Choose from these top 5 routes to see this exciting city from a different perspective.

By Sherilyn Siy

Shiga

Sports & Fitness

Omimaiko Beach at Lake Biwa

Are you looking for a way to take advantage of the warm weather of Kansai? Try Omimaiko beach on lake Biwa, a clear-water peaceful beach located only 45 minutes from Kyoto on the JR Biwa line.

By Alexandra Dorovici

Shizuoka

Sports & Fitness

Mt. Fuji: A Day-trip Climb

Mt Fuji, the majestic, sacred, and highest mountain in Japan, should not be underestimated when planning to hike it with the goal of reaching the summit.

By Jessica A Paje