9 Culture Samurai Trail's Little-known Spots Akira Matsuo Little-known Great Spots in the Kiso-Fukushima area: The biggest Zen garden in east Asia and a cozy post town, along the Kiso...
16 Culture Matsumoto Crafts Elena Lisina Samples of crafts such as oshie dolls popular in Matsumoto city.
23 Culture Hanami Season in Japan Elena Lisina Hanami season in Japan. Photos taken throughout the day in various cities in the country.
Activities Three Days Along Kisoji’s Nakasendo Trail (Day 1) Marie Guirao We headed to the Kiso Valley for a three-day trip along the Nakasendo to take in some of its key sights.
Area Kamikochi Japan Travel Kamikochi is open from April 17 until November 15. Kamikochi is a popular resort and often associated with some of the best n...
Activities Mount Shimagare Nannini Cristina In North Yatsugatake stands a unique mountain which will make you reflect about life.
9 Culture Views of Matsumoto Castle Gloria Ticconi In Japan's northerly Nagano prefecture, Matsumoto Castle is a national treasure of Japan.
Accommodation Koshinzuka Anne Lauenroth Koshinzuka is a charming minshuku - or traditional Japanese inn - near Tsumago on the Nakasendo in the Kiso Valley.
Activities Suwa Cycling Experience Geoff Day The Suwa area of Nagano, Japan, is a great place to get out and experience the fresh air. There are multiple cycling activiti...
