Fukui Prefecture: A Gateway to the Prehistoric Past... Veronica Carnevale Located in central Japan along the country’s western coast, Fukui Prefecture is an off-the-beaten-path destination that offers..
Culture The Fukui Dinosaur Museum rachel teo The Fukui Dinosaur Museum is an excellent place to wander around if you love dinosaurs. It's a great place to take the kids..
Culture Sakushima: An Island of Contemporary Art rachel teo Sakushima Island is part of an island trio in the Mikawa Bay, Aichi Prefecture. Administered by Nishio City, the island is the largest..
Activities Relaxing at the Nomazaki Lighthouse rachel teo Overlooking the Ise Bay on the Chita Peninsula, the Nomazaki Lighthouse keeps watch over the seas, guiding ships away from the shallow,..
Transportation A Quaint Ride on the Nagaragawa Railway rachel teo Gujo Hachiman is a little onsen town, nestled in the mountains of Gifu. You can reach it by the Nagaragawa Railway, a quaint, ..
Activities Sado Toki Marathon 2026 Late Apr The Sado Toki Marathon offers full and half-marathon events alongside a 10km and shorter fun run routes.
Activities Shinshu Azumino Half Marathon 2026 Early Jun The Shinshu Azumino Half Marathon is now in its 10th year, and it's an event that showcases the area's beautiful surroundings..
Culture Hakuba Summer Festival 2026 Mid Aug The Hakuba Summer Festival has been running for over three decades now, and it includes a variety of fun activities to enjoy a summer..