Tourism Shizuoka Japan has produced a new video collection focused on specific tours offering an immersive journey through the prefecture’s stunning landscape, culture and heritage. The videos are available on the YouTube channel Explore Shizuoka here .
The collection consists of eleven one-minute videos highlighting various tours such as walking tours, cooking experiences, authentic...
Located one hour by bullet train from Tokyo, the prefecture of Shizuoka has welcomed a set of new ecotourism experiences focused on supporting the local communities and small independent producers of green tea, wasabi and soya beans. If you are looking for things to do in Shizuoka, with a focus on food, these activities are for you.
Unforgettable Travel Company urges Japan travellers to look 'further afield', as popular seasons sell out
The Unforgettable Travel Company (UTC) has confirmed its Japanese 'cherry blossom' tours, in March and April 2023, have now sold out. The luxury, private tour specialist has also said its 'autumn colour months', in October and November this year, may also sell out shortly.
In the longevity hotspot of Okinawa, a designated ‘blue zone’ for life expectancy and boasting one of the longest-living populations in the world, it seems more appropriate to celebrate Vegannually rather than Veganuary, as there is no denying that following a vegan diet, prevalent in Okinawan culture, comes with a wealth of benefits. Indeed, Okinawa’s food culture is believed to be a key...
Okinawa, Japan’s subtropical, southernmost prefecture, is set to welcome the launch of two new properties, further bolstering its tourism offering now that Japan’s borders have re-opened to all international visitors. ‘NOT A HOTEL ISHIGAKI’ will be a unique, one-room location built on a 9.9 square kilometre site located on the coast of Ishigaki Island, whereas Watermark Hotel and Resorts...
The prefecture of Shizuoka, home to the iconic Mount Fuji and located just one hour from Tokyo by bullet train, has been gearing up for the return of international tourism and welcomed over ten new openings and a selection of experiences between 2020 and 2022. With the welcome news that Japan’s borders have reopened, allowing visa-free travel to both groups and independent travellers from...
Japan’s subtropical prefecture of Okinawa is gearing up for its Kajimaya Day celebrations on October 2nd to honour those turning the young age of 97 this year. Okinawa is a designated ‘blue zone’ for life expectancy and Okinawans believe that as people become older, they become younger in spirit and that the age of 97 is a symbolic return to youthfulness. Celebrations vary slightly from...
The prefecture of Shizuoka, located just one hour from Tokyo by bullet train, is welcoming an exciting range of new accommodation options in 2022. From beer-themed accommodation and 100-year-old luxury villas to picturesque glamping sites at the foot of Mount Fuji, the new launches coincide with the welcome news that Japan has opened its borders to international tourism once again. Below are...
Home to Mount Fuji and the Izu Peninsula (a UNESCO Global Geopark) the prefecture of Shizuoka, which is just one hour from Tokyo by bullet train, offers a range of onsen and hot springs in which travellers can relax and revitalise in the traditional Japanese way. To help travellers find the perfect onsen holiday for them, Tourism Shizuoka Japan has rounded up some of the best areas in...
Earth day 2022 - travel sanctuaries around the world Every year on 22 April, the world marks Earth Day. It is an occasion to raise awareness and show support for the protection of the environment, with actions organised worldwide around a common message: save the Earth. Here, we look at 13 travel sanctuaries and nature conservation areas around the world. These top holiday destinations are taking...
