Explore 9 stunning castles in Japan, from Himeji to Hirosaki—rich in samurai history, architecture, and scenic beauty. A must ...

The traditional Misoma Hajime Sai ceremony, in which sacred trees are felled for timber to house Shinto deities at the famed ...

When deciding where to go in Japan, consider turning away from popular hotspots like Kyoto and Osaka and instead explore ...

The summer tradition of ukai, or cormorant fishing, which has a 1,300-year history, started on the Kiso River in Inuyama, ...

Our trusted travel specialists weigh in on Japan's less-touristed, just-as-exciting destinations, from arty Naoshima to the ...

Walk Japan, a tour company known for its “off-the-beaten-path” routes through Japan, leads a remarkable 11-day, 10-night journey along the most scenic and storied stretches of the ancient trail. Their ...

We start in Nagoya, Japan’s lesser-known fourth-largest city. Often overlooked by tourists, it is easy to reach from the UK ...

Picture: Amanda Woods. Walk Japan trips have six activity levels and the Kiso Road sits in the middle on level three. Our walking days range between 10km and 12km, and I’m not the only one in ...

GoNorth Japan Exploring the Kiso Valley in Nagano Posted: April 14, 2025 | Last updated: April 14, 2025 Join us as we explore the breathtaking Kiso Valley in Nagano, one of Japan’s most scenic ...