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Hotel de L’Alpage: A Decadent French Retreat in the Japanese Alps

Weekender Editor — Fri, 28 Jun 2024 08:58:35 +0000

At Hotel de L’Alpage, situated in the scenic Tateshina highlands of Nagano, guests can experience the sophisticated charms of France with all five senses. It’s a place intended for epicurean pleasure, where visitors can savor refined yet comforting dishes in a luxurious setting. Designed to evoke a French mansion and located on the site of […]

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Hokuriku Shinkansen Line Expands to Fukui Prefecture

Matthew Hernon — Fri, 15 Mar 2024 07:48:50 +0000

From March 16, the Hokuriku Shinkansen Line is expanding between Kanazawa Station in Ishikawa Prefecture and Tsuruga Station in Fukui Prefecture. According to JR West, the expanded section is approximately 125 kilometers. The Hakutaka trains will stop at two extra stations in Ishikawa: Komatsu and Kaga Onsen, and three stations in Fukui: Awara Onsen, Fukui […]

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Ishikawa’s Legacy Lives On After Noto Earthquake

Alina Joan Ito — Thu, 22 Feb 2024 17:12:11 +0000

This year started off tragically for Japan, especially for those in the Noto Peninsula, when a magnitude 7.6 earthquake struck Ishikawa Prefecture. Along with 241 fatalities and over 1,300 people injured, thousands of people lost their homes and businesses. Of the buildings impacted by the earthquake, many were factories and homes of Ishikawa’s artisans, whose […]

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Hidden Winter Gems In and Around Nagano

Ben Cooke — Tue, 13 Feb 2024 06:54:29 +0000

It’s no secret that Japan is experiencing overtourism. And it’s no surprise — from the city to the countryside, there are millions of reasons to visit Japan. While the areas overwhelmed by an influx of tourists are still absolutely worth your time, there are quieter spots that will no doubt suit those who have been […]

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Experience the Future of Wellness Tourism in Nagano

Callie Beusman — Fri, 09 Feb 2024 02:02:09 +0000

The term “wellness tourism” likely conjures a specific impression to mind: a picturesque seaside spa, perhaps, or a tranquil yoga retreat, or a bracing trip to the mountains for salutary alpine exercises. This is the traditional image of a wellness-oriented trip — a personal pilgrimage people have been making for thousands of years. Nagano Prefecture […]

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Numazu Club: A Heavenly Hideout in Shizuoka

Matthew Hernon — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 05:35:15 +0000

A heavenly hideout surrounded by a grove of over 1,000 pine trees that have survived for centuries, Numazu Club is the ideal retreat for anyone in search of some peace and serenity. A 10-minute drive from Numazu Station, it features an enchanting sukiya-style tea house originally built in 1913 and a modern and superbly designed […]

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Niigata’s Special Connection With Manga and Anime

Zoria Petkoska — Fri, 19 Jan 2024 08:11:28 +0000

A more countryside escape from Tokyo, Niigata Prefecture in the Chubu region is well known for its magnificent mountains, multitude of hot springs and delicious sake. As for its prolific manga and anime creation, the story gets a bit more curious. More than 100 professional manga artists with origins in Niigata Prefecture have helped shape […]

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Real-Life Time Travel in Nakatsugawa

Alina Joan Ito — Thu, 21 Dec 2023 06:10:37 +0000

If you’ve ever dreamed of traveling back in time, visiting Nakatsugawa is the next best thing. Formerly a stop on the Nakasendo route, an Edo-era highway that connected Tokyo and Kyoto, it was host to countless samurai and geisha in a time when shogun still ruled the land. Nakatsugawa has retained its classical charm through […]

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Fuji Speedway Hotel: Opulence and Adventure at the Foot of Mount Fuji

Alina Joan Ito — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 09:03:43 +0000

Mount Fuji is the crown jewel of Japanese nature tourism; iconic and majestic, it’s a once-in-a-lifetime destination for foreign and domestic travelers alike. For those in search of a uniquely memorable stay, the luxurious Fuji Speedway Hotel offers stunning scenery, exclusive tours and one-of-a-kind adventures right beside Japan’s most famous landmark. Location, Location, Location Fuji […]

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The Best Things To Do in Gotemba

Cezary Jan Strusiewicz — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 04:53:19 +0000

1. Take in the Views at Fuji Heiwa Park Established in 1964 as a symbol of the Japanese people’s desire for world peace, Fuji Heiwa Park is home to a towering white stupa said to contain bones of the Buddha. The park is also known for its stunning scenery: an abundance of cherry blossoms in […]

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