All you need to know about visiting the Post Towns of Kiso Valley in Japan and the self-guided hike along the historic Nakasendo trail.
A day trip to Nikko can easily be done from Tokyo. This Buddhist-Shinto religious centre has shrines and temples scattered among beautiful natural scenery.
Oshino Hakkai is a set of eight sacred ponds in the touristy village of Oshino. Here's a brief history, what to see at Oshino Hakkai, and tips for visiting.
Discover Magome's charm and the scenic Magome-Tsumago trail for a memorable Japanese countryside escape in scenic nature.
My Chubu itinerary was more than just sightseeing- it was also about experiencing Japanese traditions. Here are some things to do in Chubu.
Is the Japan Rail Pass worth buying? Our review of the Japan Rail Pass, plus first-hand tips for buying and using the Japan Rail Pass, can help you decide.
Welcome to Miyako Island in Okinawa Prefecture! Far away from the city nights and neon lights, you can dive coral reefs, snorkel with local sea turtles or try your hand at golf, cycling or fishing. Or feel free to just relax and come back fully refreshed. 🏖️🌊📸 Photo by @mayumi_0712 #VisitJapanAU #Outdoor #JapanRevealed #MiyakoIsland #Miyakojima #Okinawa
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Nikko is a small town located just 2 hours from Tokyo. It is ripe with natural beauty and is home to many breathtaking World Heritage temples and shrines.
River of pink cherry blossom petals on the Shingashi River from the official Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine website.
Kanazawa is known as the ‘little Kyoto’ of Japan! Click here to see why you should visit and what you can do in Kanazawa.
On our self-guided walking tour of Miyajima, we visited shrines, hiked up a mountain, & saw a lot of deer. Here are some things to do in Miyajima in 1 day.
Choosing where to stay in Kyoto can be tricky as there are so many great hotels & guesthouses. Read our post to help you decide where to stay.
Why fill in a sinkhole when you can just draw a cock and balls around it instead?
In the Aso region of the Kumamoto Prefecture in the center of Kyushu Island is the Mount Aso region, which is one of the largest calderas in the entire world. The Mount Aso Volcano hike
Nara Park, in the heart of Japan’s first permanent capital of Nara, is home to some of Japan’s oldest and most sacred temples and shrines. Stop here to explore its vast green expanse, natural beauty and historic treasures, including one of Nara's most celebrated Shinto shrines, Kasuga Taisha. Renowned for its thousands of bronze and stone lanterns in the vicinity, you'll need to time your visit if you want to see them lit - they're only ignited twice a year (lantern festivals in early February & mid- August)! ⛩️🌲📷 Captured by @koala_k_n_deer #VisitJapanAU #Tradition
Wondering where to eat in Tokyo? This food post highlights the best restaurants in Tokyo to take the guesswork out of your next meal!
