5 Days in Central Japan: Gifu and Nagano Itinerary

5 Days in Central Japan: Gifu and Nagano Itinerary

I recently spent 5 days in Gifu and Nagano to explore the beauty of central Japan. This 5 day Central Japan itinerary will show you the most scenic and unique places in Japan.

How to Get to Takayama from Kanazawa

How to Get to Takayama from Kanazawa

The mountainous town of Takayama is one of the most popular destinations from Kanazawa, but it is not always the easiest to get to. When I was planning my Japan winter trip, I found out that it takes between 2-4 hours to travel between Kanazawa 

How to Visit Shinhotaka Ropeway in the Japanese Alps

How to Visit Shinhotaka Ropeway in the Japanese Alps

Thinking about taking a trip to Shinhotaka Ropeway in the Japanese Alps? This guide shows you everything you need to know to go to Shinhotaka Ropeway in Gifu (especially in the winter).

How to visit Togakushi Shrine in the Winter

How to visit Togakushi Shrine in the Winter

Thinking about visiting Togakushi-Jinja from Nagano (or Tokyo) in the winter? I recently visited Togakushi-Jinja in the snow using public transportation, so you will find everything about logistics and what to expect for this day trip.