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Japanese Alps
Shirakawago, Japan: The Guide
Shirakawago, or Shirakawa-go, is a picturesque village located in the Shogawa River Valley, nestled in the mountainous Gifu Prefecture of central Japan. Known for its UNESCO World Heritage designation, Shirakawago is famous for its gassho-zukuri farmhouses, a unique architectural style with steep thatched roofs resembling hands in prayer (“gassho” means “praying hands”). These roofs are... Read More
Hokkaido
Hokkaido which is situated at the most northern part of Japan’s main islands is a popular destination both among the locals and visiting tourists, known for the ski resorts, natural hot springs, volcanoes, vast landscapes and distinctive season changes. Hokkaido is the largest prefecture in Japan and accounts for 22% of the total land area... Read More
Hiking in Japan
Despite its reputation as being the favored spot for anime fans and those seeking a glimpse of the future, Japan is also incredibly popular as a hiking getaway. The mainland of Honshu is home to the stunning Japanese Alps and while Hokkaido has numerous deserted national parks that are perfect for exploring, the south island... Read More
Japanese Alps
The Japanese Alps are often overshadowed by Mount Fuji, which is one of Japan’s most popular tourist attractions. Mount Fuji, however, is only open for climbing two months of the year and is done so by thousands of people every day that it is open. For the truly intrepid, the Japanese Alps remain the most... Read More
