A popular hiking trail that leads directly to the summit of Mount Ontake in central Japan is now open to climbers ... that straddles the borders of Nagano and Gifu prefectures.

With its wide variety of landscapes, Japan is a great place to engage ... you can cross in just three days thanks to its many hiking trails running across varied, lush landscapes.

NAGANO, Japan -- Shiga Kogen Mountain Resort, located in the town of Yamanouchi in Japan's Nagano prefecture, aims to attract foreign visitors for longer stays. This winter, a growing number of ...