Outdoors
5 Animals Found Only In Japan and Where to See Them
Learn more about Japan's wildlife, from rare cats and wise goats to cute snowy birds and bathing monkeys.
By Whitney Hubbell 5 min read
5 Little-Known Destinations in Tottori
Hoping to visit some unique destinations away from the big city? Check out these sights in Japan’s most rural prefecture.
Foraging in Japan: Where to Look and How to Get Started
Foraging can be a new and rewarding way to experience (and taste) Japan’s wilderness. Here are some of the best places to try it.
5 Lakes to Visit in Japan This Summer (or at Any Time)
Whether you plan to take a dip or simply enjoy the beautiful scenery, these five lakes in Japan deliver on all fronts (or shores).
Shinryoku Season: A Time of New Life and New Green
Learning to appreciate the little-known season that follows the cherry blossoms.
5 Flower Parks in Shimane and Tottori
Hoping to experience some off-the-beaten-path flower viewing spots? Consider visiting these destinations in Japan’s two most rural prefectures.
Over the Finish Line: Marathon Running in Japan
Here is everything you need to know to get started.
5 Snow Day Trips From Osaka
Take a train or two from downtown Osaka to enjoy a white snow day.
Backcountry Skiing in Japan: ‘Powder Kingdoms’ in Hokkaido and Nagano
Nagano and Hokkaido are Japan's two "powder kingdoms." Both destinations are full of unique backcountry terrain that will challenge you at every level of your skiing, split boarding or snowboarding abilities.
5 Great Places to Go Glamping in Japan
Here are five awesome spots to get close to nature, even if you’re not a camping person.
5 Kansai Adventures to Try This Autumn in Japan
From hiking to cycling to onsen hopping, we round up five Kansai adventures you should check out this autumn.
5 Places to Visit in Japan When it’s Too Hot in Summer
From Nagano, Gifu, Aomori and more, here is a list of some of the best spots in Japan to visit in summer.
