It’s one of the most spectacular places in the country—and not just in a visual sense.
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The Wildest Way Through Shikoku
The first time I visited the Iya Valley, Japan took on a new dimension to me.
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The Truth About Takamatsu
There’s not a lot written online about things to do in Takamatsu, at least not in English.
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Tokushima Starts Here
Tokushima will exceed your expectations, especially given how low they probably are.
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My Love Affair With Matsuyama
No matter what brings you to the largest city in Shikoku, one thing is clear.
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Why You Should Consider Kochi
Kochi is the most out-of-the-way of Shikoku’s major cities, but trust me—it’s worth the slight stress of getting here.
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The Truth About Shirakawa-go
Many of my readers are surprised I feel this way.
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Japan’s Best Farmhouse Village
Should you visit Shirakawa-go or Gokayama, or both?
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Is Takayama Worth Visiting?
It took me a long time to fully understand Takayama, but the love was immediate.
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Should You Visit Takaoka?
Takaoka punches pretty far above its weight.
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Fukui is Actually Fantastic
The fact remains: Fukui doesn’t get much love.
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My New Favorite Japan Road Trip
I felt anxious as I drove onto the Noto Peninsula, but not necessarily in a bad way.
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Kanazawa for Any Traveler
I hope the insights I’ve gained over the course of my many trips help you as you plan yours.
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Wisteria, Without the Worry
Ashikaga Flower Park is beautiful year-round, but is probably only worth visiting when the wisteria are in bloom.
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Tokyo’s Most Underrated Day Trip
It was only because of a wild hair that I even bothered to stop at Omiya Bonsai Village on my way back to Tokyo.
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Toyama, at Long Last
Is Toyama worth visiting?
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Why Takayama Takes Time
It isn’t quick to get from Tokyo to Takayama, though it is relatively easy.
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The Magic of Visiting Fushimi Inari Shrine at Night
Everything changes after nightfall—even Japanese shrines.
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Is Atami Worth Visiting?
It’s not hard to see why Atami was once the place to be.
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Is This Japan’s Most Dangerous Hike?
The hike to Nageiredo isn’t dangerous, or even especially harrowing.
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