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    • Spring
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        Finding the Flow from Kansai to Kochi

        Shikoku’s many mountains, valleys and proximity to the ocean has made it a hidden gem for rafting, kayaking and canyoning enthusiasts willing to take a step or two further from the Golden Route of Kyoto and Osaka.

        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.
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        The Oni Trail: Hiking Coastal Kyoto

        The mystical oni is prevalent in Japanese children’s stories, usually as a way to scare kids straight. Adventure Travel Kyoto is shedding a new light on this folklore and developing a new hiking route in the countryside of Kyoto.
    • Summer
      • the nomad pasche family

        The World is Our Playground

        The Pasche family has been cycling and living out of a tent in remote corners of the planet for the past 13 years on four continents spanning 50 countries.
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        Adventure Travel World Summit in Hokkaido

        The ATTA will host their first Adventure Travel World Summit in Asia in Hokkaido, Japan. We caught up with ATTA Director Shannon Stowell to find out more about the adventure travel industry and how it continues to grow and evolve.
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        The Sweet Secrets of Brewing Mead

        Wander into the world of mead brewing and find yourself immersed in a fascinating journey spanning centuries and continents.
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        The Knights in White Lycra

        Each year a group of cyclists head to the deep north towards Tohoku’s vast rice fields and coastal trails to help transform the lives of neglected children.
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        Sea to Table in Yamagata

        An unforgettable way to intimately explore the Shonai Region in Yamagata is a culinary experience bringing bounty of the sea straight to your table.
    • Autumn
    • Winter
    • Near Tokyo
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        Getting Dirty in Japan

        “Getting Dirty in Japan” is about getting out of your comfort zone and into some exciting outdoor adventures and destinations in Japan.
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    • Ocean and Beach
      • getting dirty in japan

        Getting Dirty in Japan

        “Getting Dirty in Japan” is about getting out of your comfort zone and into some exciting outdoor adventures and destinations in Japan.
    • River and Lake
      • getting dirty in japan

        Getting Dirty in Japan

        “Getting Dirty in Japan” is about getting out of your comfort zone and into some exciting outdoor adventures and destinations in Japan.
    • Mountain and Land
    • Sky
      • getting dirty in japan

        Getting Dirty in Japan

        “Getting Dirty in Japan” is about getting out of your comfort zone and into some exciting outdoor adventures and destinations in Japan.
    • Snow and Ice
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        Mt. Fuji: The Path Less Traveled

        Fuji-san is the most climbed mountain in the world. If you are in good shape, there is a way to avoid the traffic for a more peaceful Mt. Fuji experience during the off-season.
    • Travel
      • the nomad pasche family

        The World is Our Playground

        The Pasche family has been cycling and living out of a tent in remote corners of the planet for the past 13 years on four continents spanning 50 countries.
    • Food and Drinks
      • the nomad pasche family

        The World is Our Playground

        The Pasche family has been cycling and living out of a tent in remote corners of the planet for the past 13 years on four continents spanning 50 countries.
    • Races and Events
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        DD4D Brewing

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        2023 Summer Music Festivals

        Get into the groove this green season while enjoying the great outdoors with family and friends.
        Summer Events Fireworks Festivals in Japan

        2023 Fireworks Festivals in Japan

        Enjoy these fireworks festivals held throughout Japan this summer and autumn.

Eco Corner: Choices for Sustainable Lifestyles

Eco Ride
High Performance Folding Bike
www.slingshotbikes.com

If a Saturday morning bike ride in the countryside seems like a pipe dream, a folding bike may be the answer. Although small wheels and heavy frames have been a limitation for serious rides, Slingshot Bikes from Grand Rapids, Michigan, now offers high performance bikes with an innovative “sling power” replacing the down tube with a steel cable and spring. This reduces weight and increases pedaling efficiency. Currently available in mountain and road configurations, and a cross-over model is expected soon. The mountain bike frame weighs just six pounds. Contact dan@slingshotbikes.com for Japan sales and distribution.

Eco Networking
Greenz Drinks
http://greenz.jp

Green Drinks Tokyo is a monthly social event in Harajuku for environmental professionals, social entrepreneurs, NGO activists, journalists, designers and anyone interested in “green stuff and sustainability.”
Green Drinks Tokyo is a monthly social event in Harajuku for environmental professionals, social entrepreneurs, NGO activists, journalists, designers and anyone interested in “green stuff and sustainability.” Stop by if you would like to present a project or just want to make friends, socialize or find out more about the green movement in Tokyo. The event is an offshoot of Green Drinks International held monthly in 400 cities around the world. There is a big all-you-can-eat buffet of tasty food. See the Greenz Website for details.

Eco Deliziosa!
Organic Cuisine in Roppongi
www.ciaobella.jp

Ciao Bella is a quaint, organic Italian restaurant with a “Cuisine Nature” menu emphasizing good health.
The unique and delicious dishes use organic ingredients mainly from Japan, Italy and Greece, with careful care given to select food from producers who put nature before profit. A great variety of cheeses and wines are also available, and there are plenty of veggie options for non-meat eaters. Open for lunch and dinner. Closed Mondays; reservations recommended. Tel: (03) 3479-0046.

Eco Pioneers
Earth Island Institute
www.earthisland.org

“Polite conservationists leave no mark save the scars upon the Earth that could have been prevented had they stood their ground.”
— David Brower

Earth Island Institute (EIA) is a long established incubator for start-up environmental groups. Founded in 1982 by legendary environmentalist David R. Brower, the first executive director of the Sierra Club. EIA currently has more than 40 projects under way including protecting red pandas, farm education for urban youth, women’s advocacy, eco villages and much more. They also publish the award-wining Earth Island Journal. If you are looking to get involved in a project, start your own, donate or just get up to speed on who’s who in the eco movement, visit their Website.

Eco Homes
Lake Saiko Eco Lodges
www.eden.st

If at last you are ready for that home in the mountains and piece of land to call your own, check out the Lake Saiko Eco lodges. These beautiful solar-powered houses and spacious wooded lots are available in a variety of sizes to suit home owners’ needs and budgets. Located near the shores of Lakes Saiko in the Fuji Five Lakes area of Yamanashi, these lodges are less than two hours from downtown Tokyo by car, making commuting possible. Yet they feature high-speed Internet, so telecommuting is also an option. The homes are built with all natural materials, the latest eco-technologies and space for your own little farm. Contact Eden Homes for viewing.

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