Tohoku occupies around 30% of Honshu, the entire northern section of Japan’s largest island. As you head north the general rule is fewer people, more wilderness and nature. For snow lovers it means less competition for great runs, and plenty…...
Continue ReadingPartners Information: KAI, a leading brand of luxury boutique hot spring ryokan (Japanese inns) operated by Hoshino Resorts, is running the campaign: Travel in Your 20’s Project from December 1, 2017 to March 31, 2018. The campaign aims to encourage younger people to…...
Continue ReadingPartners Information: Nikko City Tourism Association is holding the Welcome to Nikko and Kinugawa Onsen Campaign from February 9-28, 2018. During the campaign, international visitors can enjoy: Onsen – soak for free in a traditional hot spring at participating hotels…...
Continue ReadingPartners information: The Japan Shopping Festival 2017-2018 Winter is on now until February 28, 2018. Japan Shopping Festival is the largest shopping campaign aimed at international tourists. It’s held twice a year. Department stores, shopping malls, electronics retailers and outlet stores…...
Continue ReadingPartners information: The 7th Hida Takayama Ultramarathon will be held on Sunday, 10 June 2018. Take part in an unforgettable run through Takayama city in Gifu prefecture, which boasts some of the best Japanese countryside views and preserved streets. Event…...
Continue ReadingThe clang of brass bells is the Kiso Road’s soundtrack. On this trail, hikers are encouraged to rent a bell to scare off bears. The Kiso Road, or Kisoji, runs alongside Japan’s Central Alps. It’s been chronicled since 701AD, but…...
Continue ReadingPartners information: Hello Kitty Land Tokyo will hold two special winter events this year. Experience the unique “Puro Christmas” event, followed by the New Year event, “Tribute to Wonderful”. It’s the only time of the year to see your favourite…...
Continue ReadingPartners Information: Going to the Snow Monkey Park as a day trip from Hakuba is easier than ever with the new direct service from Alpico Bus (Hakuba-Shiga Kogen Line). The Snow Monkey Park is a must-see for skiers in Hakuba! The…...
Continue ReadingPartners Information: Become a Ninja in Shiga Prefecture! Ninja served their lords by collecting information and using their unique ninjutsu fighting style, operating behind the scenes during the long struggle to unify feudal Japan. In Shiga Prefecture, the Koka Ninja…...
Continue ReadingPartners Information: Chugoku JR Bus Company started a new luggage storage service next to Hiroshima Station Tourist Information, on 2F Hiroshima Shinkansen Meitengai. In conjunction with the renovation of Hiroshima Station, the new service aims to make travel to Hiroshima city…...
Continue ReadingPartners Information: JR Central released a new smartphone app, the Tokaido Sanyo Shinkansen Reservation App. This free app allows users to buy tickets for the Tokaido Sanyo Shinkansen (bullet train) line, which connects Japan’s Golden Route (Tokyo, Mt Fuji, Nagoya, Kyoto,…...
Continue ReadingRotable in Owase: Popup Restaurant Series Launches to Celebrate Local Cuisine and Culture, Revitalise Rural Japan Rotable kicks off its first in a series of events on aimed at celebrating and revitalising Japan’s rural communities, with an open-air popup restaurant…...
Continue ReadingFrom Anime to Zen Partners Information: Are you interested in learning about Kyoto with friends from around the world? Study in Kyoto is now accepting winter applications for a two-week study tour. The program is organised by the City of Kyoto…...
Continue ReadingPartners Information: Airport Limousine Bus started sales of a discounted Airport Limousine Bus Multi Voucher for tourists this October. The Multi Voucher includes 4 single tickets on the Airport Limousine Bus, for travel between Narita Airport and Central Tokyo. Use it…...
Continue ReadingPartners Information: The new Japan Expressway Pass allows unlimited use of Japan expressways through the Electronic Toll Collection (ETC) system at a flat rate with any car hire for either 7 or 14 consecutive days. Benefits Fixed price for…...
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