GREAT OUTDOORS

Enjoy the tropical waters of Okinawa on a private, guided tour!

No matter what the season, the stunning Bijinyashi Forest certainly lives up to its name: 'beautiful woods!'

For the brave pilgrim, here are three awesome temples and shrines that are certainly off the beaten path in Tottori, Shizuoka and Oita.

With free scopes and binoculars available for checking out dozens of species, the Tokyo Port Wild Bird Park is an unexpected natural oasis just north of Haneda Airport.

See if you already know about these five interesting things to look out for while hiking in Yakushima.

Find out when to climb, where to climb from, and what else you can do in the area! Oh—and don't miss the fireworks!

The Kansai region is famous for its tasty food, historic sights and fun dialect, but this amazing area also boasts plenty of awe-inspiring hikes.

Pack your hiking boots and get ready for an adventure as we take you to the most fascinating and beautiful spots of Japan's deep north by way of the poet Matsuo Basho.