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Day 1: Nasu Day 2: Utsunomiya Matt Evans Staff Writer,japan-guide.com Day 1: Nasu Day 2: Utsunomiya Located about an hour north of Tokyo by shinkansen, the mountainous and largely rural prefecture of Tochigi makes an ideal short getaway from the capital, known for its majestic natural landscapes, hot spring and ski resorts, and of course […]
Day 1: Iwamura Day 2: Central Ena Matt Evans Staff Writer,japan-guide.com Day 1: Iwamura Day 2: Central Ena Japan is known for its plethora of must-see destinations – many of them in large cities. But whether you’re looking for that off-the-beaten-track experience or just want a break from the concrete, some time in the Japanese […]
Day 1: Kawazu, Shimoda Day 2: Jogasaki, Atami Matt Evans Staff Writer,japan-guide.com Day 1: Kawazu, Shimoda Day 2: Jogasaki, Atami Jutting 60 kilometers out from Japan’s largest island of Honshu, the Izu Peninsula has long been a popular and convenient destination for Tokyo dwellers drawn to its unspoilt nature, peaceful coastal towns and dramatic, windswept […]
Hoshino Resorts plans to expand into North America by opening an onsen ryokan (Japanese hot spring hotel) in New York State in 2028. This announcement was made by Yoshiharu Hoshino, CEO of Hoshino Resorts, during an online press conference on October 17. It will mark the first time a Japanese hotel company opens an onsen […]