Visiting Saitama: The Neighborly, Nature-filled Prefecture
Saitama may be a commuter’s prefecture, but it’s got its own charm with a Little Edo town, natural havens, and even a bonsai village.
Saitama may be a commuter’s prefecture, but it’s got its own charm with a Little Edo town, natural havens, and even a bonsai village.
A handy guide on where and when to buy hiking gear and how to find bargains.
Lots of events and things to do in Tokyo during the era of COVID-19 cancellations and closures.
Todoroki Valley is only a 20-minute train ride from Shibuya. With bamboo trees, secret shrines and the sounds of the river, there's no better escape in town!
Beaches, jungle trekking, waterfalls and hot springs—Hachijojima is a true paradise only 1 hour from Tokyo.
All the info you need to plan your island escape.
A weekend getaway to Kusatsu, a well-known onsen town in the mountains of Gunma Prefecture, for 10,000 yen—challenge accepted!
The Tokyo Okutama Busshari Stupa (or Tokyo Peace Pagoda) is hidden in the western tip of Tokyo for hikers, architect lovers and urban explorers to discover.
Need a break from the big city? Here are 5 short bullet train trips from Tokyo that won't break the bank, starting from just 35 mins away!
Explore Japan's vast and stunning nature with these 3 Hakone hiking trails. Impeccable views, waterfalls, small-town charm—experience it all!
Hiking provides a much needed escape from Tokyo, and although plenty of mountains have great views, not many are quite as death-defying as Nokogiriyama.
A medium-difficulty hiking route near Tokyo taking you through Mt. Nokogiri, Mt. Otake and Mt. Mitake boasting beautiful views of the surrounding area. Guide info: Route, duration, access, altitude, preperation
Turn your trip to Tokyo into a Studio Ghibli pilgrimage that goes beyond the Ghibli Museum: find the Ghibli HQ, the Ghibli Clock, film locations and shops.