In the heart of the Japanese mountains, the villages of Shirakawa-go and Gokayama are home to treasures of traditional ...

Nestled in the heart of the Honshu mountains, Takayama’s nickname is “the little Kyoto of the Alps,” and for good reason: its ...

Once believed extinct in the Central Japan Alps, rock ptarmigans hatched at a zoo were transported to a mountain in Nagano Prefecture for eventual release into the wild. It will be the first ...

Summer on Japan's Southern Alps The Southern Alps are located in the middle of the Japanese archipelago. Mountain ranges peaking at an altitude of 3,000 meters continue for over 120 kilometers ...

It is ideal for families and anyone looking for a quiet getaway. On sunny days, the breathtaking views of Lake Aokiko and the majestic Northern Japan Alps from various viewpoints throughout the resort ...

Uncover Japan’s best-kept secrets with these 10 underrated destinations, from Kanazawa’s rich history to Yakushima’s serene ...

Also known as the Roof of Japan, the dramatic alpine landscape includes a road carved through ice creating "snow walls" ...