In January 2023, the New York Times newspaper introduced Morioka as one of its "52 Places to Go" - second only to London. The capital of Iwate Prefecture was highly praised for its historic ...

Winter in Hokkaido Prefecture... It's a fascinating time to visit for the stunning snowscapes and natural phenomena caused by the severe cold. Kussharo, located in a huge caldera, is part of the ...

The town of Kamioka lies in the mountains of central Japan. It was once famous as a major center for mining. Now the mine is closed, but these days the area has become a center for a new and unusual ...

Cape Soya on Hokkaido Island is spotlighted. Included: the region's nature; the bounty of the ocean; and a fly-fishing excursion in a bid to come face-to-face with the mysterious itou fish. Poet ...