Activities Hiking Mount Takamiyama in Onomichi Guillaume Doré Stop by Mount Takamiyama for an easy ride and a great point of view on the Seto inland sea and it’s islands.
Accommodation The Highland Resort Hotel & Spa Maren Pauli The Highland Resort Hotel & Spa at Mount Fuji is your best luxury choice for a relaxing weekend in Yamanashi Prefecture.
Activities Joetsu Aquarium Umigatari Kim Bergström The Joetsu Aquarium Umigatari sits right on the Sea of Japan coastline and offers visitors the chance to appreciate a wide variety of marine life.
Activities Ashigakubo Icicles 2026 Jan 8th - Feb 23rd arrival and lead you on a short walk around the corner from Ashigakubo station... of either amazake (sweet hot sake) or hot tea and an even warmer welcome
Culture Cherry Blossoms, Animals and the Edge of the Earth Elena Lisina My 3rd trip to Japan featured trips to Kawasaki, Osaka, Nara, Kobe and was filled with great impressions.
Shopping Asagiri Food Park Cathy Cawood Discover delicious locally produced food products at Asagiri Food Park at the foot of Mount Fuji, including milk, sweets, tea and sake.
Culture Sapporo August Festival 2026 Late Jul This lively event brings two days of Bon Odori dancing, live music, local food, and warm community spirit to Hokkaido’s brief but beautiful summer.