12 Culture Shibu Onsen Day Trip Nathan Eden Full of yukata-clad visitors during the weekend, the beautiful and historic village of Shibu Onsen is quiet mid-week. Amid the chaos..
Culture Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort Anonymous With its varied, big mountain terrain, fantastic snow, and free onsens, Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort is possibly the best snow resort..
15 Historical Matsumoto Castle in Photos Leslie Taylor Matsumoto Castle in Nagano Prefecture is not only one of Japan's most ancient castles, it is also one of the most beautiful.
Culture Zenkoji Temple Japan Travel Zenkoji Temple in Nagano prefecture is considered one of Japan's most popular temples in Japan and the largest after Nara's..
9 Culture Samurai Trail's Little-known Spots Akira Matsuo Little-known Great Spots in the Kiso-Fukushima area: The biggest Zen garden in east Asia and a cozy post town, along the Kiso Samurai..
12 Culture Inside Karasu-jo Elena Lisina Matsumoto Castle is one of Japan's five original standing castles. Its wood interior, darkened by time, is severe and functional...
Culture Ninja Trick Mansion Sherilyn Siy The Ninja Trick Mansion is one of the attractions of the Togakushi Folk Museum, which is nestled in the forested mountains across..