near-tokyo

August 5, 2019 When Japan

Travelers to Japan in November and December should make at least one effort to hike the countryside for the fall...

July 13, 2019 When Japan

Kamakura is a a small town to the south of Tokyo, about 1 hour train ride from Shinjuku station. It...

July 9, 2019 When Japan

Lake Kawaguchiko is one of the Fuji Five Lakes that offer stunning views of Mount Fuji with the convenience of...

July 1, 2019 When Japan

Buzz-saw mountain (Nokogiri-yama) is an out-of-the-way gem about two hours by train from Tokyo station that is (so far) unspoiled...