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Famous for its hot springs and natural beauty, Hakone offers visitors some of Japan's best 'ryokan' (traditional guesthouses) and high-end hotels - and all within easy reach of Tokyo. On this pag...

Most famous for the historic Nakasendo and its beautifully preserved "post" towns, the Kiso Valley is blessed with some of Central Japan’s most beautiful natural landscapes and cultural sites. ...

As a main stop of the Hokuriku Shinkansen Line from Tokyo and combined Hokuriku Shinkansen Line and Thunderbird Limited Express services from Osaka and Kyoto, Kanazawa is readily accessible from ...

Sitting at the southern end of Niigata Prefecture, the area known as ‘Myoko Kogen’ experiences extremely heavy snowfall each winter, making it one of Japan’s best destinations when looking for po...

As one of Japan’s largest cities, Nagoya has a variety of accommodations to suit every traveler’s preferences and budget. On this page you will find the following information:-- Where to S...

Located one hour to the north of Nagano City, Madarao is a small resort but one with a big reputation. Boasting an average annual snowfall of 13 metres, Madarao is known for its big powder bowls ...

Fukui is one of those prefectures in the Japan which flies under the radar for both Japanese and international travelers. Tucked away in the north-west corner of Central Japan, Fukui is easy to m...

One of Japan’s most historic and rewarding cities, Kanazawa also offers visitors plenty of excellent accommodation options including high-end hotels and ‘ryokan’ (traditional guesthouses). On thi...

Best-known for the deep powder of winter, Myoko Kogen offers some of Japan’s best skiing and snowboarding, warming hot springs and cosy guesthouses that offer a very local experience. On this pag...