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Mountain and Land
ActivitiesMountain and Land
From camping, hiking and trail running to cycling, mountain biking and rock climbing – Japan’s hills, valleys and mountains provide an amazing landscape to explore and enjoy your favorite outdoor activities.
Onsen
The Naked Stranger – Episode 10: Kawayu On...
As the Crow Flies: Yatagarasu and the Kumano Kodo Trail If you are finding it hard to get a sense of direction during thes...
Mountain Biking
Niseko’s Twin Peaks Bike Park
Niseko’s Twin Peaks Bike Park is an ambitions new project by the Niseko Area Mountain Bike Association (NAMTBA) to create a f...
Auto Camping
48 Hours in Zamami
Often referred to as the “Hawaii of Japan,” the archipelago of islands that make up Okinawa offer plenty of options for travelers...
Nagano
Summertime Fun in Shiga Kogen
Joshinetsu National Park, which includes Shiga Kogen, is located in Honshu’s rugged mountainous interior. Signs of human activity...
Japan Eco Track
Okhotsk: Cycling Hokkaido’s Wild North
While Hokkaido is covered in snow and ice in winter, the far north of Japan’s northernmost island is ideal for cycling and si...
Sponsored
Luxurious Mt. Fuji Glamping
Mt. Fuji Satoyama Vacation is a beautiful retreat site, luxurious camping facility and ecotourism hub centered around the Jap...
Races and Events
Summer Races in Japan 2022
Salomon 4100D Mountain Trail in Nozawa Onsen This trail run is in the traditional hot spring village and Olympic ski town of N...
Hiroshima
Solace and Giant Salamanders in Akiota
Just beyond Hiroshima City is a tranquil outdoor destination home to some of Japan's last remaining oosanshouo, the elusive giant salamander.