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River and Lake
ActivitiesRiver and Lake
Japan’s rivers and lakes are a playground for a lot of great outdoor activities. The deep snow in Japan creates great spring rafting conditions and fill clear, deep volcanic lakes, great for escaping the summer heat in Japan.
Adventure Travel
Pride and Preservation in Amami Oshima
The Amami Islands have long existed in the crosswinds. Locals have endured powerful typhoons and shifting geopolitical winds,...
Hokkaido
Heritage Hunting in Hokkaido
Travelers venturing beyond Hokkaido's popular winter resorts will discover a land with a rich cultural and natural history, a proud indigenous people and a community striving to preserve their heritage.
Adventure Travel
Getting Dirty in Japan
“Getting Dirty in Japan” is about getting out of your comfort zone and into some exciting outdoor adventures and destinations in Japan.
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The Submerged Forests of Iide
Yamagata’s drastically alternating seasons and vast mountain ranges create a constantly rotating offering of outdoor splendor...
Hokkaido
Dig Deeper into Eastern Hokkaido
Hokkaido winters are world-famous with luxury ski resorts and waist-deep powder snow. However, alternative winter activities, suc...
Kochi
Take a Trip to the Wild Side : From Kansai to Ko...
Visitors flock to the tourist-filled cities of Kyoto, Osaka and Nara… but what other adventures are there to find in the southern...
Canyoning
Kansai Canyoning in Kiho
Hidden in the evergreen forests and deep valleys of the Kii Peninsula is an exciting new canyoning experience. Crystal clear ...
Kochi
Kochi, a Nature Paradise in Shikoku
Kochi Prefecture, on Shikoku Island, is home to mountains, rivers and a stunning coastline, making a must-go destination for outd...