Shirakawa-go is famous for its gassho-zukuri farmhouses, which are more than two centuries old. These thatched-roof houses are built to endure heavy snowfall, making them architectural marvels. The ...

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Have you had the feeling recently that everyone you know has been (or is about to go) to Japan? You’re not wrong. Last December there was an almost 30% increase in international visitors from the ...

When one thinks of Japan, big cities like Tokyo and Osaka often come to mind. However, Japan’s countryside offers an entirely ...