fbpx
    • Spring
      • Onbashira Matsuri Japan Nagano Festival

        Onbashira Matsuri

        Gardner Robinson
        0
        Watch one of Japan's most dangerous festivals in Nagano in 2022. The Onbashira Matsuri is an ancient festival dating back more than 1,200 years.
        Eating Wild in Japan

        Eating Wild in Japan

        Joan Bailey
        0
        Winifred Bird's latest book is an introduction to the world of sansai (mountain vegetables) and foraging in Japan.
        Niseko flying Hokkaido

        Bird’s Eye View of Hokkaido

        Gardner Robinson
        0
        Get a bird's eye view of Hokkaido with Ben Kerr, a Niseko-based pilot.

        Northern Tohoku’s Top 5 Spring Hikes

        Quinlan Faris
        0
        Chase the cherry blossoms north and enjoy five of Tohoku’s best hikes this spring.

        Spring Escapes: Outdoor Activities in Japan

        Outdoor Japan
        0
        Check out these spring escapes this season and enjoy outdoor activities throughout Japan.
    • Summer
      • Washi Papermaking Kochi Shikoku Outdoor Japan

        Following the Paper Trail in Kochi

        Rie Miyoshi
        0
        Discover the traditional art of washi papermaking in Kochi with artist Rogier Uitenboogaart.
        Climbing Mt. Fuji Outdoor Japan

        Peaking in 2021: Climbing Mt. Fuji

        Gardner Robinson
        0
        Thinking of climbing Mt. Fuji this summer? We talk to Mt. Fuji guides on best practices for scaling Japan's highest mountain.

        Japan Camping Guide

        Outdoor Japan
        0
        Check out our picks all the way from Hokkaido to the Okinawa Islands and then plot your perfect Japan camping adventure.
        Japan's Digital Nomads Van Life in Japan

        Japan’s Digital Nomads

        Rie Miyoshi
        0
        Adventure couple Ruth Aisling and Bappa Shota explores Japan by van.
        Iriomote Yamaneko Outdoor Japan

        Iriomote’s Endangered Wildcats

        Rie Miyoshi
        0
        Iriomote Island, one of Japan's last untouched wild places, is home to the endangered yamaneko wildcat.
    • Autumn
      • Kyoto by the Sea Japan Cycling

        Cycling Ancient Roads from Kyoto to the Sea

        Brad Bennett
        1
        When you are a ...
        Japan In Cider

        Japan In Cider: A Glass Half Full (of Cider)

        Lee Reeve
        0
        Japan In Cider ...
        Pow Bar Founder Megumi Scott

        Beyond the Brand: Pow Bar

        Racer X (AKA Brad Bennett)
        0
        An interview with Megumi Scott, the founder of Niseko brand Pow Bar.
        Churamura Okinawa Sea Turtle Marine Conservation

        Churamura: Footprints in the Sand

        Gardner Robinson
        0
        Churamura, an NPO in Okinawa, work to conserve marine life and protect endangered sea turtles in Japan's southernmost prefecture.
        Kawazu

        Fall in Love with Kawazu

        Rie Miyoshi
        0
        Enjoy waterfall hikes and hot springs, beautiful beaches and delicious seafood in Kawazu on the western coast of Izu Peninsula.
    • Winter
      • Indy Pass Outdoor Japan Tohoku

        The Resistance

        Gardner Robinson
        0
        The Indy Pass arrives in Japan to bring avid riders to local resorts that punch above their weight class and offer varied terrain.
        Shinano Town Outdoor Japan

        Go Deep into Shinano

        Kohei Nishida
        0
        Discover Snow Country in Shinano Town in northern Nagano, popular for its deep powder but also its mountainous winter scenery.
        Evergreen Outdoor Center Japan

        Japan Snow Guide: Winter 2022 Events & No...

        Outdoor Japan
        0
        Check out the latest news and winter events held at ski resorts all over Japan in 2022!
        Hachimantai Appi Japan Ski

        Hachimantai’s Powder History

        Sponsored Content
        0
        Hachimantai is ...
        Protect our Winter POW Japan

        Protecting Japan’s Pow

        Rie Miyoshi
        0
        Professional snowboarder and environmentalist Goro Komatsu fights climate change with Protect our Winters Japan.
    • Near Tokyo
    • Near Kyoto
    • All Regions
    • Article Map
    • Ocean and Beach
      • Churamura Okinawa Sea Turtle Marine Conservation

        Churamura: Footprints in the Sand

        Gardner Robinson
        0
        Churamura, an NPO in Okinawa, work to conserve marine life and protect endangered sea turtles in Japan's southernmost prefecture.
        Kawazu

        Fall in Love with Kawazu

        Rie Miyoshi
        0
        Enjoy waterfall hikes and hot springs, beautiful beaches and delicious seafood in Kawazu on the western coast of Izu Peninsula.
        Okinawa Island Beat Seasir

        Okinawa Island Beat: Autumn 2021

        Outdoor Japan
        0
        Okinawa Whale W...
        Kaiyu Kochi Shikoku Outdoor Japan

        Snorkeling, Surfing and Sustainability in Koch...

        Rie Miyoshi
        0
        Enjoy the clear waters of Kochi by snorkeling and surfing while staying at a refurbished hotel committed to sustainability.
        Outdoor Japan Shimoda

        Blue Waves and Black Ships in Shimoda

        Outdoor Japan
        0
        Shimoda may be famous for its white sandy beaches and surfing, but it also played a major role in shaping the Japan we know today.
    • River and Lake
      • sawa nobori wakasa fukuivideo

        Sawa Nobori, High Above t...

        Bill Ross
        0
        Learn about the uniquely Japanese activity of sawa nobori, navigating up rivers and waterfalls, in the Wakasa region of Fukui Prefecture.
        Iriomote Yamaneko Outdoor Japan

        Iriomote’s Endanger...

        Rie Miyoshi
        0
        Iriomote Island, one of Japan's last untouched wild places, is home to the endangered yamaneko wildcat.
        Iriomote Outdoor Japan

        Iriomote Activity Guide

        Rie Miyoshi
        0
        A guide to Iriomote's outdoors, hiking, diving, cultural experiences and accommodation.
        Niseko flying Hokkaido

        Bird’s Eye View of Hokkai...

        Gardner Robinson
        0
        Get a bird's eye view of Hokkaido with Ben Kerr, a Niseko-based pilot.

        Spring Escapes: Outdoor A...

        Outdoor Japan
        0
        Check out these spring escapes this season and enjoy outdoor activities throughout Japan.
    • Mountain and Land
    • Sky
    • Snow and Ice
      • Indy Pass Outdoor Japan Tohoku

        The Resistance

        Gardner Robinson
        0
        The Indy Pass arrives in Japan to bring avid riders to local resorts that punch above their weight class and offer varied terrain.
        Shinano Town Outdoor Japan

        Go Deep into Shinano

        Kohei Nishida
        0
        Discover Snow Country in Shinano Town in northern Nagano, popular for its deep powder but also its mountainous winter scenery.
        Evergreen Outdoor Center Japan

        Japan Snow Guide: Winter 2022 Events & No...

        Outdoor Japan
        0
        Check out the latest news and winter events held at ski resorts all over Japan in 2022!
        Hachimantai Appi Japan Ski

        Hachimantai’s Powder History

        Sponsored Content
        0
        Hachimantai is ...
        Protect our Winter POW Japan

        Protecting Japan’s Pow

        Rie Miyoshi
        0
        Professional snowboarder and environmentalist Goro Komatsu fights climate change with Protect our Winters Japan.
    • Travel
      • Shinano Town Outdoor Japan

        Go Deep into Shinano

        Kohei Nishida
        0
        Discover Snow Country in Shinano Town in northern Nagano, popular for its deep powder but also its mountainous winter scenery.
        Protect our Winter POW Japan

        Protecting Japan’s Pow

        Rie Miyoshi
        0
        Professional snowboarder and environmentalist Goro Komatsu fights climate change with Protect our Winters Japan.
        Onbashira Matsuri Japan Nagano Festival

        Onbashira Matsuri

        Gardner Robinson
        0
        Watch one of Japan's most dangerous festivals in Nagano in 2022. The Onbashira Matsuri is an ancient festival dating back more than 1,200 years.
        Market Watch Onomichi Market

        Market Watch: Omicho Market

        Joan Bailey
        0
        Discover Omicho Market in Kanazawa, Ishikawa for the best of seafood and local vegetables in Japan.
        sawa nobori wakasa fukuivideo

        Sawa Nobori, High Above the Wakasa Waters

        Bill Ross
        0
        Learn about the uniquely Japanese activity of sawa nobori, navigating up rivers and waterfalls, in the Wakasa region of Fukui Prefecture.
    • Food and Drinks
      • Shinano Town Outdoor Japan

        Go Deep into Shinano

        Kohei Nishida
        0
        Discover Snow Country in Shinano Town in northern Nagano, popular for its deep powder but also its mountainous winter scenery.
        Protect our Winter POW Japan

        Protecting Japan’s Pow

        Rie Miyoshi
        0
        Professional snowboarder and environmentalist Goro Komatsu fights climate change with Protect our Winters Japan.
        Onbashira Matsuri Japan Nagano Festival

        Onbashira Matsuri

        Gardner Robinson
        0
        Watch one of Japan's most dangerous festivals in Nagano in 2022. The Onbashira Matsuri is an ancient festival dating back more than 1,200 years.
        Market Watch Onomichi Market

        Market Watch: Omicho Market

        Joan Bailey
        0
        Discover Omicho Market in Kanazawa, Ishikawa for the best of seafood and local vegetables in Japan.
        sawa nobori wakasa fukuivideo

        Sawa Nobori, High Above the Wakasa Waters

        Bill Ross
        0
        Learn about the uniquely Japanese activity of sawa nobori, navigating up rivers and waterfalls, in the Wakasa region of Fukui Prefecture.
    • Races and Events
      • Evergreen Outdoor Center Japan

        Japan Snow Guide: Winter 2022 Events & No...

        Outdoor Japan
        0
        Check out the latest news and winter events held at ski resorts all over Japan in 2022!
        Onbashira Matsuri Japan Nagano Festival

        Onbashira Matsuri

        Gardner Robinson
        0
        Watch one of Japan's most dangerous festivals in Nagano in 2022. The Onbashira Matsuri is an ancient festival dating back more than 1,200 years.
        OMM Japan

        Guide Lines: Baird Beer Fest & OMM Motosu...

        Outdoor Japan
        0
        Baird Beer Harv...
        Yuji Hirayama Urban Base Camp

        Yuji Hirayama’s Urban Base Camp Opens in Shinj...

        Outdoor Japan
        0
        One of Japan's top rock climbers Yuji Hirayama has opened Urban Base Camp, a new bouldering gym in the heart of Tokyo.
        Photo by Noriteru Ino

        2021 Summer Music Festivals in Japan

        Outdoor Japan
        0
        Camp and listen to great music in the outdoors at these summer music festivals across Japan.
Category

Events

Races and Events Events
Events

Japan Snow Guide: Winter 2022 Events & Note...

Outdoor Japan
0
Check out the latest news and winter events held at ski resorts all over Japan in 2022!
Read more
Events

Onbashira Matsuri

Gardner Robinson
0
Watch one of Japan's most dangerous festivals in Nagano in 2022. The Onbashira Matsuri is an ancient festival dating back more than 1,200 years.
Read more
Events

Guide Lines: Baird Beer Fest & OMM Motosuko...

Outdoor Japan
0
Baird Beer Harvest Fest Get out and enjoy the Halloween weekend in Izu at the Baird Brewery and Taproom in Shuzenji. ...
Read more
Climbing

Yuji Hirayama’s Urban Base Camp Opens in Shinjuk...

Outdoor Japan
0
One of Japan's top rock climbers Yuji Hirayama has opened Urban Base Camp, a new bouldering gym in the heart of Tokyo.
Read more
Music Festivals

2021 Summer Music Festivals in Japan

Outdoor Japan
0
Camp and listen to great music in the outdoors at these summer music festivals across Japan.
Read more
Events

2021 Fireworks Festivals in Japan

Outdoor Japan
0
Enjoy these fireworks festivals held throughout Japan this summer and autumn.
Read more
Traditional Events

2021 Summer Festivals in Japan

Outdoor Japan
0
Enjoy these traditional matsuri festivals throughout Japan this summer.
Read more
Races and Events

2021 Summer Events and Races in Japan

Outdoor Japan
0
Check out upcoming events and races held throughout Japan this summer and early fall.
Read more
123...5Page 1 of 5

Latest posts

OUTDOOR JAPAN

Thanks for dropping by Outdoor Japan, the place for travel and adventure in Japan. Have a look around and discover some great outdoor operators, places to stay and other useful information to help you explore Japan.

POPULAR CATEGORIES

© Outdoor Japan 2022