Everyone looks forward to seeing cherry blossoms in spring. Here’s a guide to some of the best spots to view them!  Hanami (cherry blossom viewing) is one of everyone’s favorite springtime activities. From the end of March to mid-April, millions of people in Japan flock to parks, mountains, and forests to see the beautiful cherry blossoms. Some people even travel far from their homes to popular cherry blossom viewing …

Looking to go on an outdoor adventure this weekend? Here’s a guide to some of the best hiking spots near Tokyo.  Japan has some of the most beautiful hiking trails in the world. But you wouldn’t know it if you spent all of your time in a dense, crowded city like Tokyo. As thrilling as the city is, sometimes you just need to go on an adventure that reconnects …

Many areas of Japan are great to visit and they have a wide range of things to see and do. Check out our article on Shizuoka. Japan has many great areas to visit, and each one offers its views of Japan and its culture. You can find many places in the countryside or the urban areas that can give you the best experiences in the country. Many areas have …

The five Fuji lakes are one of the greatest sights to see in Japan. Check out our article on Lake Biwa. You can travel all of Japan and you may not encounter a sight as wonderful as the five Fuji Lakes. They are impressive works of nature that are naturally formed by the run-off from the snow of Mt.Fuji. They create a beautiful scene when you can view from …