Area Takeo Located in the western part of Saga Prefecture on the island of Kyushu, Takeo City is an onsen town renowned for its historic onsen, innovative library, and rich cultural heritage. With a history..
Culture The Charms of Yamagata Prefecture Featured places grouped by region to help you plan your next trip: Yamagata City Zao... Onsen: Well known as a ski resort in the winter months, Zao Onsen is a
Culture The Beauty and Charm of Yamagata Niaya Harper Zao Standing at 1,841 meters tall, Mt.... Zao is a volcanic mountain that features a spectacular emerald colored
Culture Yunishigawa Kamakura Festival 2026 Jan 30th - Mar 1st Each winter, the small onsen town of Yunishigawa, in Tochigi's Nikko area, transforms into a winter wonderland with hundreds of 'kamakura', or snow huts
Activities Fun Winter Illuminations in Takayama Kim Bergström Takayama is already an extremely charming destination in winter, but the nearby Okuhida Onsen area takes things up a notch with a series of beautiful seasonal
Accommodation Hoshino Resorts KAI Alps Tom Roseveare Hoshino Resorts KAI Alps lies in the deep Omachi onsen territory of Nagano's Northern Alps mountain range, and promises an invigorating mix of rejuvenation