Not sure what to eat in Nagoya? Go beyond the obvious – from miso katsu on a skewer to alpaca crepes and cream-filled frog puffs, here are 10 must-try dishes, with exactly where to find them.
Central Japan
Tips and tricks for cities in Central Japan. These include Nagoya, Nagano, Toyama, Kanazawa, Takayama, Shirakawa-go. Find itineraries, accommodation advice and transport tips.
Essential Things You Need to Know Before You Visit Ghibli Park
Ghibli Park is the world of Hayao Miyazaki come to life. It’s beautiful, but confusing, so there are a few things you need to know before your visit to ensure you have the best day. I wish I’d known some of them.
8 Hands-On Experiences in Nagano
If you want to spend some of your time in Nagano making things or exploring the local food (or sake) scene in a more hands-on way, what are your options? Here are eight experiences to try…
10 Fabulous Day Trips from Nagano
Just 80 minutes from Tokyo by the fast Shinkansen, Nagano City is a great place to base yourself for a few days. It puts you in reach of some of Japan’s most beautiful nature, some very pretty smaller towns, amazing artworks, cool castles and even a troop of cheeky monkeys who like a dip in hot water. Here’s how to visit them all for the day from Nagano.
8 Things To Know Before Visiting Nagano
No matter how long you spend planning your trip, there are always some things you don’t realise until you arrive. Here’s what I wish I’d known before I visited Nagano, plus a few other essential tips, that will hopefully make your stay go more smoothly.
How to Spend One Day in Matsumoto
Matsumoto is the perfect destination for a day trip from Nagano City. Its compact size and varied mix of attractions make it a great one-day trip. Here’s how to schedule your time when you visit…
How to Spend One Day in Nagano
Nagano city is home to a vast temple, that’s also one of the most important in Japan, a cool retro area, some interesting art – and more. Here’s how to fit the best sights into one day.
Onnaiwa Rock, Toyama- One of Japan’s Prettiest Views
This gorgeous view is one of the must-see spots in Toyama. Here’s why it’s so special and how to visit Onnaiwa Rock.