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The "floating" tori at Shirahige Shrine is smaller than the tori at Miyajima, but forms a beautiful scene against the backdrop of..
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Ingeniously designed Saruhashi in Otsuki is one of Japan's oldest and most famous bridges.
Meet Japan’s female free divers at an Osatsu Kamado ama hut in Toba, and learn about the ancient and fascinating culture of th..
On Mikimoto Pearl Island in Toba you can learn all about cultured pearls and Kokichi Mikimoto, the 'Pearl King'. You can..
Epic battle between Uesugi Kenshin and Takeda Shingen re-enacted every year on the banks of the Fuefuki River in Yamanashi. Participation..
Crystal Sound is a free museum in Shosenkyo with a collection of precious gemstones from around the world. The museum shop is a..
Take Shosenkyo Ropeway to the summit of Mount Shozaburo for panoramic views of Kofu basin, the Japanese Alps and Mount Fuji. The..
Shosenkyo Gorge has magnificent scenery and is famous for autumn color. An easy trail runs along the river from the gorge entrance..
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Traveling around Japan by car offers some unique ways to connect with the country. You can uncover plenty of hidden gems, or even..
Fujinomiya Trail is the shortest, though not the easiest, way to the summit of Mt. Fuji. On the way up there were many surprises...
The descent was harder than the ascent. Even though I wasn't able to climb to the summit, my experience was a precious exp..
A skyline drive along the Nagano Prefecture mountains. Hike the highlands, wetlands and ponds to scenic vistas. Chill out from the..
