A ceremony has been held at a gateway to Japan's Northern Alps to mark the start of the climbing season. About 2,000 people gathered for the event in Kamikochi, Nagano Prefecture, on Sunday.

She showed smartphone photos from places she’s visited in Japan, such as Kamikochi in Nagano Prefecture; Mount Shiroumadake, which straddles Nagano and Toyama prefectures; and Yutoku Inarijinja ...

The Mitsuiboshi Kaido, or Three Star Road, is a lesser-known route and a great pick for travellers who wish to avoid ...

A ceremony marking the start of tourist season at the Kamikochi highlands was held in Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture, on Sunday. Climbers and sightseers prayed for safety on the mountains amid the ...

A ceremony marking the start of tourist season at the Kamikochi highlands was held in Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture, on Sunday ...

Explore both inside and out to fully appreciate its unique design. Kamikochi is a popular mountain resort in Japan, where car access is sometimes restricted to preserve the natural beauty. The ...

Packing for Japan in May means dressing in layers to handle mild but ... Nirinsō flowers blooming in Kamikochi; Lush walking trails through Kamikochi’s spring foliage; Taisho Pond with the Hotaka ...