Tours

Host of the Winter Olympics in 1998, Nagano is a mountainous, landlocked prefecture in central Japan known for its stunning natural scenery

Located centrally between Tokyo and Osaka, Nagoya quietly offers something many travelers overlook: a perfect blend of culture, comfort, and calm.

Open all-year, the Snow Monkey Park is the only place in the world that wild monkeys bathe in hot springs. Thanks to the park's policy forbidding guests to feed or touch them, the monkeys are non-aggressive and simply going about their daily lives as you watch in close proximity

One of Japan's best preserved Edo-period cities, Kanazawa is known for its castle, historic samurai and geisha districts, serene gardens, and unique culinary delights

Also known as Little Kyoto, Takayama is known for its excellent preservation its Edo Period historical center, known as the ‘Sannomachi’. The Takayama Festivals in April and October are known as one of Japan's 3 most beautiful festivals

Japan's capital and largest city in the world, Tokyo boasts a wealth of attractions, including many restaurants, a bustling nightlife, museums, parks, and historic sites from various eras

Best-known as the home of one of the most important castles in the country, Matsumoto is a thriving city surrounded by mountains which blends history with a thriving arts and food scene

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

Hiroshima's deep historical roots are evident in its castles, ancient gardens, the Peace Park, and more. It's neighbor island, Miyajima, is known as a sacred place well-visited among international and domestic tourists alike

Japan's northernmost major city, Sapporo was the host of the Winter Olympics in 1972 and world-famous for its cool climate and stunning natural beauty

A small village surrounded by mountains known for the 'gassho' style homes, Shirakawa-go is like a scene from a fairytale where it's very easy to forget the rest of the world exists

Open to the public from April to November, the stunning alpine valley of Kamikochi is one of Nagano’s most iconic destinations for hiking or sightseeing

The biggest ski area in Japan with 18 connected ski resorts, Shiga Kogen boasts the longest ski season of any resort in the region due to its higher elevation and is located nearby the Snow Monkey Park

Blessed with beautiful and abundant mountains and bodies of water, Toyama is famed for the World Heritage Gokayama villages and Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route

An all-year round destination but most known as a winter playground, Hakuba is one of Nagano's most popular ski resorts known for their excellent powder, high-end accommodation, fine dining, and even great nightlife

Open to the public from mid-April to late-November, the Tateyama-Kurobe Alpine Route traverses the North Alps and opens-up one of Japan’s most iconic landscapes including the renowned ‘Snow Walls’ and hiking trails leading to the summit of Mount Tate

Blessed with a cool climate in summer, beautiful leaves in autumn, and snow in winter, Karuizawa is a popular mountain resort easily accessible from Tokyo. Discover all that Karuizawa has to offer such as shopping, dining, and even skiing

Myoko is known for its massive snow and multiple ski resorts. Boasting a huge amount of snowfall each winter, it really is one of Japan’s best destinations for powder hounds in search of fantastic backcountry. Outside of winter, Myoko is a place of wild landscapes and bountiful farmlands

One of Nagano's most popular ski resorts, Nozawa Onsen is firmly established as a winter destination famous for its excellent powder snow, hot springs, and annual Fire Festival

Nicknamed the “City of Trees,” Sendai is the capital of Miyagi Prefecture and the largest city in the Tohoku region known for its rich history, temperate climate, and host of the largest Tanabata festival in Japan.

Known for its seasonal beauty and spiritual significance, Togakushi is within the boundaries of Nagano City, but still remains a hidden gem for many international visitors

Known for its hot springs, traditional guesthouses, museums, and outstanding views of Mount Fuji, Hakone is a popular destination throughout the year for both Japanese and international visitors

A cosmopolitan but compact port city, Kobe boasts the famous Nada Sake Breweries and one of the three oldest hot springs in Japan, the Arima Hot Springs

Madarao is a popular highland area known for its stunning natural beauty and year-round recreational activities. The region is especially famous for its ski resort, which attracts winter sports enthusiasts with its excellent slopes and modern facilities.

Best known for its ropeway and onsen, Shinhotaka is a popular destination located in the foot of the Northern Japanese Alps.

Often overlooked by international visitors, Fukui offers extra ordinary seafood, abundant sea, stunning landscapes, and even one of the world's best dinosaur museums

Gujo Hachiman is a small and pleasant little town known for its picturesque castle, quiet streets and waterways with koi. Also known as Little Kyoto, explore the historic streets on foot for an "out of urban" experience

Home to one of Japan's oldest original castles, Inuyama's remarkable open-air museums, traditional buildings, festivals, and beautiful scenery make it a popular day-drip from Nagoya

Japan's tallest and most iconic mountain, Mount Fuji attracts countless visitors each year. Many come to simply to catch sight of the beautiful mountain, while others come with the more energetic plan to climb it

Located north of Tokyo, Ashikaga is a city well-known for its spring wisteria blooms and seasonally illuminated gardens of Ashikaga Flower Park. Also known as the "The Strawberry Kingdom," don't miss out on the local delicacies such as strawberries, soba, and wine

Located in Shiga prefecture, Hikone is home to Hikone Castle, one of Japan's best preserved castles,​​ and boasts a beautiful view of Lake Biwa

Himeji is a popular destination for many visitors due to its iconic castle, Kokuen Garden, and the Shoshazan Engyoji Buddhist temple complex lying within easy reach

A quaint coastal town rich in history and culture, Ise is known as the home for Japan's holiest shrine. Visited by 10 million worshipers each year, Ise Shrine has been a 'once-in-a-lifetime journey' for Japanese people since ancient times

Often referred to as 'Kyoto of the east,' Kamakura is a seaside city about 1 hour from Tokyo offering numerous temples, shrines, and other historical monuments

Also known as 'Little Edo," Kawagoe is a popular day-trip from Tokyo showcasing a slice of old Japan filled with history, wonderful food, and impressive architecture

A rural city in Shiga prefecture known as the homeland of the ninja, it features several ninja-related attractions. Due to its proximity to Kyoto and rugged terrain, it was a prime location for ninja to hide and improve their skills

Koyasan, or Mount Koya, is one of Japan’s most rewarding destinations – a secluded complex of multiple temples – including the World Heritage-listed Kongobu-ji – and more than one hundred sub temples

Within this city lies the quaint "Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter," a picturesque historical townscape which provides visitors with a look into Japan's past.

A beautiful, forested ravine in the rugged mountains of the Northern Japan Alps, the Kurobe Gorge is most commonly admired and explored via the railway which showcases spectacular views and periodic stops to explore

One of Japan’s most famous hot spring towns, Kusatsu Onsen is fed a copious amount of volcanic water from nearby Mt. Shirane. The town is scattered with many footbaths, public bathhouses, private rental baths and boasts a dramatic yet beautiful landscape all-year long

Located just a half hour north of Sendai city, this bayside town has over 260 pine tree covered islands and is celebrated as one of the Three Most Scenic Sights of Japan.

Japan's first permanent capital, Nara remains full of cultural treasures such as temples, shrines, and Nara Park

Awarded World Heritage status, the shrine and temple complex of Nikko ranks as one of Japan’s most beautiful and popular cultural attractions, while the area also boasts beautiful natural attractions within Nikko National Park and multiple hot spring towns that offer escape and relaxation

Norikura Kogen or 'Norikura Highlands' is a large plateau below and providing access to Mount Norikura. The area is home to a large number of hotels and guesthouses, with many if not most setup to cater to hikers and mountaineers.

Known as "the Land of Sunshine," Okayama is famous for it's fantastic weather and delicious fruits. Additionally, it is home to one of the Three Great Gardens of Japan, Korakuen, a stunning landscape garden filled with numerous ponds, tea houses, shrines, and sprawling lawns.

Now known as Shiga prefecture, Omi has long been an important region in Japan due to its political, economical, and cultural significance

A small port city near located Sapporo, Otaru's beautifully preserved canal area and historic buildings has a notably different character to most Japanese cities

Located closer to the coast than the resorts of Nagano, Yuzawa typically receives earlier and heavier snowfall and lays claim to some of the deepest powder in the world.

Known by its formal name, Risshaku-ji, this Zen mountain temple was established in 860 AD and is famous for its scenic climb of over 1,000 stone steps.

This west Fukushima area holds tradition and samurai culture deeply embedded within it. It is home to the Tsurugajo Castle and its south has the Edo-era post town of Ouchi-juku.

A core city and commercial center of Fukushima Prefecture, Koriyama is known for its harmony of urban convenience and natural beauty as well as being a convenient gateway to the Tohoku region.