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  • April 1, 2020

    Best Onsen (Hot Springs) Near the Snow Monkey Park

    If you're headed to the monkey park then there's a good chance that you're aware of Japan's legendary 'onsen' (natural hot springs) and just might be in the mood to find one for yourself. Loc...
  • February 13, 2020

    25 Things to Do Around Nozawa Onsen & Where to Stay

    Nozawa Onsen is a historic hot spring town that in recent years has established itself as one of Japan's most popular ski resorts. Operating from December into the April, Nozawa Onsen Ski Res...
  • January 21, 2020

    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. Wit...
  • January 21, 2020

    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 direc...
  • January 21, 2020

    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 s...
  • January 21, 2020

    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 ...
  • January 18, 2020

    15 Things to Do in Shirakawa-go & Where To Stay

    The villages making-up Shirakawa-go and Gokyama rank among some of the most popular destinations in Central Japan, which despite their relatively remote locations, are easy to get to from nearby ...
  • January 12, 2020

    Best Places to Stay in Takayama

    One of the most popular destinations in Central Japan, Takayama offers visitors a wide-range of accommodation including high-end guesthouses, large hotels and budget options. On this page you wil...
  • January 8, 2020

    25 Things to Do Around Hakuba & Where to Stay

    Around 1 hour from central Nagano City and approximately 280km to the northwest of Tokyo, Hakuba is one of Japan’s premier winter destinations. Collectively known as ‘Hakuba Valley’, ten ski reso...