How can we make our memories of travels more meaningful? Perhaps by leaving a place we visited during our journey in a better condition than when we arrived. There is increasing attention towards regenerative tourism, a step beyond sustainable...
Nose Town, located at the northernmost tip of Osaka Prefecture, is a place of easy access, just 40 minutes by car from Shin-Osaka, and yet it retains a close connection to nature, being designated as a “biodiversity hotspot” where...
The tourism approach known as “dark tourism,” which confronts the sad and heavy history of mankind, such as war, disasters and social discrimination, is receiving attention worldwide. In Fukushima Prefecture, which experienced an unprecedented...
As the heat intensifies, escaping indoors from the scorching outdoor temperatures that seem to reach 40 degrees, we are greeted by overly aggressive air conditioning, making it uncomfortably cold and seemingly prone to catching a cold. In fact...
The pandemic is finally over, and along with it, the border restrictions implemented to prevent the spread of diseases. The Japanese government has removed border measures for the pandemic, allowing all entrants to stay in Japan without vaccination...
The rainy season, known as Tsuyu, is a unique part of Japan’s annual weather cycle. If you’ve been living in Japan, you’ll know that preparing for this wet and humid period is part of the routine. The timing can vary based on the...
Kuroshio Town in Kochi Prefecture, Shikoku, is a small town with a population of 10,000 located along the Pacific Ocean. Despite not being easily accessible, this town attracted a remarkable gathering of 23,000 people from all over the country in...
Arete LLC unveiled its lodging facility Gōon〜G.O.A.T〜 in Tsuru City, Yamanashi Prefecture, in March 2023. This unique container-style private villa can be exclusively rented and offers a contactless experience from booking to check-in. The entire...
Enter the forest and gently brush the plants. Feel their warmth. Try chewing the leaves a bit and be surprised at the sweetness of the trees. In the Hida region, with its World Heritage sites, you can encounter nature that restores your mind and...
Embarking on a journey to Japan might appear challenging if you follow a vegan or vegetarian lifestyle, given Japan’s modest adaptation to these dietary preferences. A survey by the Japan Tourism Agency found that while a large majority (79%)...