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  • February 20, 2022

    Best Places to Stay in Furano

    Less-developed than resorts such as Niseko and Rusutsu, Furano offers visitors world-class powder and a good range of accommodation located within the resort and nearby Furano village. On this pa...
  • February 16, 2022

    Best Places to Stay in Tomamu

    Hoshino Tomamu Ski Resort is a resort in every sense of the word, combining excellent skiing and snowboarding with high-end accommodation with the option of all-inclusive ski packages. On this pa...
  • December 6, 2021

    20 Things to Do Around Yudanaka / Shibu Onsen & Where to Stay

    Located a short distance from the Jigokudani Monkey Park and Shiga Kogen Ski Resort, the historic hot spring towns of Yudanaka and Shibu Onsen offer some of the best accommodation options in the ...
  • June 23, 2021

    Visit Matsumoto City: Everything You Need to Know

    Most famous for its 400-year old castle, Matsumoto is a small but lively city with a rich history, a famous traditional craft industry and burgeoning arts and dining scene. On this page you will ...
  • April 8, 2021

    Best Yuzawa Ski Resorts: GALA Yuzawa, Kagura, Naeba, Joetsu Kokusai & Hakkaisan

    Bordering Nagano Prefecture to the north, Niigata is home to around fifty ski resorts including the grouping of resorts in the hot spring area of Yuzawa. Located closer to the coast than the reso...
  • March 10, 2021

    How to Get to Kyoto

    One of Japan's most popular destinations, Kyoto is the most historic city in the country, attracting millions of visitors each year. A city of huge cultural importance, Kyoto boasts some of Japan...
  • March 10, 2021

    How to Get to Nara

    Within easy reach of both Kyoto and Osaka, Nara is a much smaller city but one with a very important history. As the capital prior to Kyoto, Nara boasts many significant temples including Japan’s...
  • March 9, 2021

    40 Things to Do in Kyoto, Nara, Osaka & Where to Stay

    Marking the border of western and central Japan, the cities of Kyoto, Nara and Osaka are all firmly established as popular destinations for international visitors. The proximity of the three citi...
  • March 9, 2021

    How to Get to Osaka

    As Japan’s third largest city, Osaka is a huge metropolis with a big reputation. A city of shopping, eating and nightlife, Osaka is a bit more brash than Tokyo and a lot less refined than Kyoto. ...