What some may not know however, is that Japan’s national parks are where you can go to experience both. Conceived in 1931, Japan’s land-scarce topography made it necessary for their National ...

Japan's breathtaking landscape effortlessly blends ancient culture, stunning natural beauty, and diverse ecosystems. The nation's national parks, which boast some of Asia's most captivating ...

Japan has 34 national parks. Rich in diverse natural attractions, they've been protected by those who call it home and are symbols of Japan's bond with nature.

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At the northeastern tip of Hokkaido, Japan's northernmost island, is one of the country's most pristine and underrated national parks: Shiretoko National Park. Designated as a UNESCO World ...

A busload of Japanese tourists leaned their umbrellas ... National Park Service regulations applicable to the National Mall and Memorial Parks," Johnson said. Others also have taken advantage ...

Japan is working to have at least one luxury resort hotel in each of its 35 national parks by fiscal 2031 in a bid to make national parks more attractive to affluent inbound visitors, a core market in ...

Two ministries have ceased a turf war and embarked on a joint mission to place some of Japan’s national parks on a world top 25 list selected by an influential travel review website. The ...

Hikers disregarding trail etiquette abound in and around Murodo, the central hub of the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route in ...

The Golden State has the most national parks of any state in the U.S. and ... more than 110,000 Japanese-Americans were forced to leave their homes and live in isolated, military-like camps ...

Lower prices, fewer people and nice weather make fall an excellent time to travel. Here are some ideas for this year’s autumn ...

Born Masahara Iizuka in Osaka, Japan, Masa had come to the United ... Explore historical images of the national parks and the people who played a role in preserving them for the future.