Seeing, Hearing and Feeling The Grace of Japan, TOCHIGI

Published on Mar 21, 2023

Tochigi is a tourist destination full of nature, easily accessible from Tokyo. The Nikko Toshogu Shrine, Lake Chuzenji, Oku-Nikko, Edo Wonderland, Mashiko pottery town are just a few of the many celebrated spots worth visiting in Tochigi.

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Exploring Niseko and Gifu! Sustainable snow resorts and alluring traditional crafts

Published on Mar 2, 2023

Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO), recently broadcasted a live stream focused on sustainable initiatives – celebrating the extraordinary natural surroundings in the town of Niseko, Hokkaido Prefecture, and traditional arts and crafts in the…

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The gift that gives all year round - the glorious nature of Furano

Published on Nov 27, 2022

Known affectionately as the "belly button" of Hokkaido, Furano is a picturesque town situated in the exact center of Hokkaido. Home to sprawling lavender plantations and the stunning Mt. Tokachi, Furano, it's the most beautiful 'belly button' you'll…

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Discover Amami Oshima, Japan’s Newest World Heritage site

Published on Jun 1, 2021

As of July 2021, the southern islands of Amami Oshima, as well as Tokunoshima, Iriomote, and Yanbaru Region in the north of Okinawa Island, are expected to become Japan's latest UNESCO World Natural Heritage Sites, the country’s 5th Natural World He…

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How Snow Peak and other labels are turning camping into a fashion statement

Published on Apr 28, 2021

In December 2020, Gucci turned heads with their very wholesome, ultra-outdoorsy drop. A collaboration with puffer-jacket legends North Face, the pair released a series of items that combine 70s flower power motifs with rugged outdoorsy designs.

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Celebrating the arrival of sakura in style

Published on Mar 16, 2021

With the days already warming up, it means one thing, it's almost time to welcome the arrival of cherry blossom season. This year's cherry blossoms are anticipated to bloom earlier than usual, around mid-March. Here is a run-through of some of the m…

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A guide to 2020/21’s snow highlights

Published on Mar 16, 2021

So winter is almost all wrapped up for the 2020/21 season and we thought as a nice little end to the season, we'd run through some of the destination highlights of the year and potentially fill you in a little on what you missed.

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Niseko Unveiled

Published on Jan 9, 2020

Champagne powder to culinary dreams, think of a secluded and quaint holiday escape… Niseko is a natural perfection of crystal white powder snow, natural hot springs, striking nature, a Japanese cultural experience and delightful cuisine. The area ap…

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