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Best Places to Stay in Nagoya
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 Stay When Visiting Nagoya? — Best Things to Do Around Nagoya — How to Get to Nagoya — Book With Us! Nagano’s No.1 Tour & Charter Operator Nagoya is located almost exactly halfway between Tokyo and Osaka. With Ise Bay to the south, the Hida Highlands to the North, and easy access to the many castle towns along the Nakasendo and Tokaido roads to the east and west, Nagoya makes for a great base offering easy access to a […]
How to Get to Kusatsu Onsen
As one of Japan’s most famous hot spring towns, visiting Kusatsu Onsen is well-worth the effort. Located high in the mountains of Joshinetsu Kogen National Park, Kusatsu sits among a dramatic and unique landscape, far from the hustle and hum of the cities. On this page you will find the following information: — Where is Kusatsu Onsen? — How to Get to Kusatsu Onsen — 25 Things to Do Around Kusatsu Onsen & Where to Stay — Tours & Charters to Kusatsu Despite its relative remoteness, Kusatsu Onsen is readily accessible thanks to Japan’s fantastic transport network. For most visitors, reaching Kusatsu is a two-stage journey involving the train and […]
20 Things to Do in Fukui & Where to Stay
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 miss when planning your travels around Japan. Fukui Station is however a convenient stop on the Hokuriku Shinkansen service running from Tsuruga and Fukui to Kanazawa, Toyama and Tokyo. The Limited Express Thunderbird service from Tsuruga also gives easy access to Kyoto and Osaka. and given the ease of getting there, a couple of outstanding local attractions make Fukui an attractive destination for many travelers. On this page you will find the following information: — Where is […]
25 Things To Do Around The Jigokudani Monkey Park & Where To Stay
Within easy reach of Nagano Station, the monkey park is one of the region’s most popular destinations. Open everyday of the year, it can be enjoyed as a day-trip from Nagano City in combination with other nearby destinations or as a part of a multi-day visit in the region. On this page you will find the following information: — Where is the Jigokudani Monkey Park? — 25 Things to Do Around the Monkey Park — Where to Stay When Visiting the Park — Snow Monkey Park General Information — Tours and Charters to the Monkey Park Often referred to as the ‘Snow Monkey Park’, the Jigokudani Monkey Park was established […]
Shiga Kogen Ski Resort Central Area
Comprising approximately 35 ski runs serviced by 30 chairlifts and 2 gondolas, Shiga Kogen’s Central Area is by itself bigger than most Japanese resorts and your gateway to the entire resort. With the greatest concentration of accommodation, restaurants and bars, and services including ski schools and rental shops, currency exchange and a medical facility, the ski fields of the Central Area are the ideal place to base yourself when visiting Shiga Kogen in winter. This page includes: — Overview of the Central Area — Individual Ski Fields – who they suit & highlights — Season Dates, Operating Times, Lift & Ticket Information — Rental & Ski School — Accommodation in […]
25 Things to Do Around Takayama & Where to Stay
Located deep within the mountains of Central Japan, Takayama is famous for the excellent preservation its Edo Period (1603-1868) historical centre, known as the ‘Sannomachi’. Once under the direct control of the shogunate, Takayama was an important and prosperous merchant town known for the skill of its carpenters and other artisans. Today, the old town is beautifully preserved with much of the Edo streetscape and building facades intact attracting visitors from all over the world. On this page you will find the following information: — Where is Takayama? — Best Things to Do Around Takayama — Best Tours and Itineraries in Takayama & Shirakawa-go — Where to Stay When Visiting […]
Where To Stay In & Around Shiga Kogen?
As Japan’s largest ski resort, Shiga Kogen is comprised of multiple ski areas with accommodation spread across a wide area. There are approximately 100 hotels or other accommodation options scattered throughout the resort. Ranging from large premium hotels to basic ski lodges, Shiga Kogen offers visitors plenty of choice and a little confusion, when choosing where to stay. On this page you will find the following information: — Best Places to Stay in Shiga Kogen — Best Places to Stay Nearby Shiga Kogen — Accommodation & Ski Packages in Shiga — Shiga Kogen Ski Resort: The Stats & Facts — Japan Ski Resorts: Everything You Need to Know — Shiga […]
Kita-Shiga Kogen Ski Resorts
Located around an hour from Nagano Station, Kita-Shiga Kogen is one of the nearest and most accessible ski areas from Nagano City. Almost unknown to international visitors and most certainly overlooked, the four resorts in the area attract few foreign visitors but remain very popular with locals, who come each winter to enjoy great snow conditions. On this page you will find the following information: — Kita-Shiga Kogen Ski Resorts: The Stats & Facts — Where to Stay When Visiting Kita-Shiga Kogen — Japan Ski Resorts: Everything You Need to Know — Getting To & Around Kita-Shiga in Winter — Tours & Charters Around Kita-Shiga Kogen It is important to […]
How To Get To The Kiso Valley & Nakasendo Trail
The Kiso Valley is a relatively spread-out area along the Kiso River with its attractions sometimes quite far apart. For that reason, it is quite helpful to consider the region as the central Kiso Valley and southern Kiso Valley when planning your visit and how to get there. On this page you will find the following information: — Where is The Kiso Valley & Nakasendo? — How to Get to The Kiso Valley & Nakasendo — How to Get Around The Kiso Valley & Nakasendo — Important Information When Visiting From Tokyo — 25 Things to Do Around The Kiso Valley & Where to Stay — Tours & Charters Around […]