Outdoor Activities

Sharing Canoe Tales from Japan’s North Woods

Canoeing doesn’t come up often in conversation. Thus my excitement was bubbling over as I…

TW Guide to Top 6 Day Hikes from Tokyo

After spending time in Tokyo’s concrete jungle, you might be hankering for some greenery and…

Three of the Best Island and Beach Escapes in Japan

Japan is not revered for its beaches. A quick Google search for “best beaches in…

8 of the Most Beautiful Parks & Gardens in Tokyo

Summer is slowly warming up our hearts, and we’re constantly looking for an excuse to…

5 Best Places to Go for a Run in Tokyo

Instead of only ever running to catch a train, which the friendly posters at the…

Hakuba Valley: New Ways to Enjoy the Powder Snow in Nagano

Located amidst the snow-covered peaks of the northern Japanese Alps, Hakuba Valley ski area is…

Think Spring: Japan’s 2019 Cherry Blossom Forecast Released

There are no surprises with the 2019 Cherry Blossom Forecast courtesy of the Japan Meteorological Corporation (JMC)…

Make the Most of Winter with These 4 Weekend Adventures from Tokyo

Winter in Japan is a magical time of the year thanks to the soft, powder…

Skiing, Snowboarding & Craft Beer: A Guide to Japan’s Perfect Winter Trifecta

The secret is out – Japan is one of the world’s snowiest places. It may…

The Ultimate Guide to Autumn Foliage In and Around Tokyo

Japan abounds in maples, ginkgoes and other deciduous trees that dazzle us with fiery colours…

Discover the Hiking Trails and Autumn Foliage of Yatsugatake

As fall settles in and you think about getting out and enjoying the nice weather…

Head to Mitake and Odake for the Best Hiking in Tokyo

Climbing Mount Odake is the most convenient day hike from Tokyo aside from Mount Takao.…

Cool Down with 5 Fun-Filled Summer Escapes

While Tokyo swelters in its mid-summer heat and humidity, weekends and holidays present the perfect…

Hiking Guide to Mount Tanzawa

In the northwest section of Kanagawa Prefecture, the wilderness area surrounding Mount Tanzawa is a…

Sunrise at Mount Fuji: Your Complete Climbing Guide

Seeing the sunrise from the summit of the highest mountain in Japan is at the…