Enjoy lodging in a traditional temple and spend a luxurious time there. The time spent staying in a traditional building and experiencing Japanese culture is often more fulfilling than time spent in new tourist facilities. Hokoji Temple, the head...
JAPAN TRAVEL AWARDS 2023 announced this year’s winners for sustainable tourism with the theme of “Tourism x Diversity.” The award certifies and disseminates new inspirational places in Japan based on initiatives related to...
Not so long ago, people and Oriental White Storks coexisted in harmony and peace in Toyooka, northern Hyogo Prefecture. A formerly common sight in the wilderness of this beautiful Japanese countryside, in 1971, the last surviving soul of this rare...
HIDAIIYO Co. Ltd. have announced the new “Experience Living in Hida Through Distillation and Dyeing” experience, a well-being lifestyle activity that allows participants to connect with the people and nature of Hida from the perspective...
Anadromous is a non-profit organization promoting exchange between urban areas and mountain regions. In November 2022, they opened Village Hinohara, a telework facility for members that utilizes a satellite office in Hinohara Village in Tokyo. Its...
Zenbird Media has just launched Zenbird.Life, a curation site for sustainable brands in Japan. Using an intuitive rating developed in-house, users will be able to take action for society and the environment without giving up their preferred...
Japan’s rich culture and beautiful landscapes have attracted many tourists. In recent years, more and more regions have been focusing on sustainability initiatives, and more than ten regions have been selected as one of the Top 100 Green...
*This article contains affiliate links. The recent growth of interest in sustainable tourism means there are many more options for eco-friendly lodging and transportation. It would also be better if you could take home some sustainable souvenirs...
*This article contains affiliate links. Sustainable tourism has been getting more attention in recent years. It includes ecotourism, in which local communities work together to convey the unique charms of their region to tourists, leading to the...
From Oct. 11, Japan has resumed accepting foreign visitors in earnest. The number of travelers to Japan is expected to increase, and the tourism industry to revive with it. On the other hand, there are revisits to over-tourism beyond the acceptable...