8 World Above the Clouds Takako Sakamoto Magnificent view from Mount Kirigamine, a mysterious sea of clouds as far as the eye could see!
Accommodation Kawazu Sakura and Tokyu Resort Leslie Taylor Kawazu Cherry Blossom festival and Izu Imaihama Tokyu Resort
11 Kakegawa Castle Palace Peter Sidell Next to Kakegawa Castle in Japan's Shizuoka prefecture, the palace is relaxing, airy, and full of historical atmosphere.
Snow Melt Heralds Spring in Fukui Hiroshi Ohnuki Aerial view of melting snow along a stream flowing through southern Echizen Town in Fukui Prefecture. Spring is almost here!
10 Atami's Covered Arcades Peter Sidell By Atami station in Japan's Shizuoka prefecture there are a couple of traditional covered shopping arcades, with gift shops,..
Culture Toga Village, Toyama Michael Mighty Toga village in Toyama Prefecture is the perfect rural mountain getaway. Experience true Japanese mountain culture including t..
8 Myozenji Temple in Shirakawa-go Takako Sakamoto Magnificent Myozenji Temple standing deep in snow at World Heritage Site, Shirakawa-go in Gifu Prefecture has the largest thatched..
