Outdoor Japan

On October 12, Typhoon Hagibis ravaged the mainland of Japan causing around 200 rivers to overflow including the Shinano Rive...

Japan is the first Asian country to host the Rugby World Cup as twelve cities from Hokkaido to Kyushu welcome rugby fans from aro...

Setouchi Triennale 2019Held once every three years, this world-famous contemporary art festival held on the Seto Inlands was laun...

*This post was originally posted on September 30, 2019. Looks like we aren't the only ones gearing up for a three-day weekend....

July and August is peak climbing season for Mt. Fuji, and while Tokyo swelters it’s nice and cool in the shadow of Fuji and on th...

In 2011 the largest earthquake in Japan’s recorded history—known as the Great East Japan Earthquake—destroyed much of the coastal...

HOKKAIDO Globe-trotting riders will be pleased to know Niseko United will be joining the Ikon Pass connecting 38 iconic mounta...

As you drive into PICA Fujiyama, the first thing you’ll notice are a number of white domes scattered across the lawn. Each of the...

Warmer months mean awesome music festivals in Japan. Check out our favorite music festivals!

The Kanda neighborhood of Tokyo is famous for having an impressive selection of high-quality ski and snowboard gear year round. T...

Head up to Japan's outdoor mecca of Minakami for the country's biggest outdoor adventure festival!

After a day of spring skiing or green season activities, you can't miss Japan's famous hot spring baths…but before you jump in (a...