Kamikochi : Exploring the hidden valley of Nagano
This place was recommended to me by a friend and at that time I wasn’t confident enough with my hiking […]
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Matsumoto Castle, a Japanese national treasure
I’ve been to a couple of castles in Japan and one of my personal favorites is Matsumoto Castle. Just a
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Exploring the Backcountry at Yamagata Zao
For someone who just learned the fundamentals of skiing, diving into the unknown is really scary and exhilarating at the
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Obuse Park: A quick spring stopover
An oasis while you travel. Driving up north from Nagano city, it’s easy to be mesmerized by the amazing landscape
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Skiing in Zao Onsen Ski Resort 蔵王温泉
When I first experienced Zao Onsen as a bright bubbly baby skier, it was unlike any other ski resort I’ve
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Zao Onsen
When I asked a couple of Japanese friends to recommend some great destinations in Tohoku, they immediately answered Zao Onsen.
ShigaKogen Central Area 志賀高原中央エリア
The central area has the most ski resorts in Shiga Kogen. There are 13 ski resorts you can choose to
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Shiga Kogen Mountain Resort 志賀高原
If you search for the largest ski resort in Japan, Shiga Kogen will probably be on the top of the
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Geto Kogen 夏油高原
This is by far my favourite ski resort in Japan and where I first learned how to ski! I’ve been
Home of the Toki Bird 朱鷺の郷
When I visited Sadogashima, I noticed lots of plushies and cute merchandise of this beautiful white bird. I saw it
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