Guide to the Nakasendo Trail: walking the historic samurai way through ancient Japan
The Nakasendo Way offers a one-of-a-kind journey through Japan’s rich history and breathtaking natural landscapes. Once…
What fitness level is required for hiking in Japan?
When people ask me what the walking trails are like in Japan, my quick answer is steps, stones, rocks and roots…on…
13 reasons to visit Japan’s island paradise of Okinawa
Australians love Japan! The country’s proximity, safety, high-speed rail network, pilgrimage trails, delicious food, fas…
Where to walk in 2026: the best hikes around the world
Looking for inspiration for your next big walking adventure? Start here – with 16 of the walks our destination experts r…
World’s best walks and hikes for 2025
When it comes to hiking the world, we’ve got so many choices! You can immerse yourself in nature, take on a physic…
Everything you need to know about hiking Japan’s Michinoku Coastal Trail
The Michinoku Coastal Trail is a long-distance hiking trail on the north-eastern Pacific Ocean coastline of Japan’s stun…
Do’s and Don’ts for a Successful Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage
Japan is currently the international destination of choice for Australians. With heavenly hiking trails, a unique and fa…
Got 10 days to spare? World’s Best Self-Guided Hikes!
Got 10 days to spare? Here’s a list of our favourite bucket-list hikes and lesser-known adventures to set you up for the…
What to expect in a traditional Japanese ryokan
Ryokans offer one of the best ways to experience the culture and traditions of real Japan. The older and more traditiona…
10 of the World’s Best Walks for 2024
When it comes to hiking the world, we’ve got so many choices! You can immerse yourself in nature, take on a physic…
Yoga & hiking in the heart of Japan’s Kiso Valley
Delve into the sacred tradition of yoga and follow in the footsteps of the Shogun on the Nakasendo Way on our Japan Yoga…
Preparing for the Kumano Kodo with a purification ceremony
Legend has it that the gods of the three main Kumano shrines were ceremonially transferred from Kumano Hongu Taisha and…