Nagano Prefecture, a mountainous region in central Japan just a train ride away from Tokyo, offers all kinds of opportunities for outdoor adventure. Although it’s not far from Tokyo, Nagano is a ...

In central Japan, just under two hours from Tokyo ... Togakushi Shrine is just one of Nagano's attractions. But not all of the prefecture's wonders are so peaceful - some are far more lively.

Japan is an alluring destination because of ... The Land of the Rising Sun also has diverse climates and cultural attractions to please every style of traveler. Adventurers can ski Niseko ...

Ten years after the Hokuriku Shinkansen Line opened its Nagano-Kanazawa extension, sightseeing spots along the line are ...