Hiking Destinations in Japan

Hiking Mt. Miyanoura in Yakushima

Apr 2021

Mt. Miyanoura peak hike in Yakushima is one of the most rewarding hikes and traverses in Japan. The hike leads you to the highest peak in Kyushu through forests, rock formations and magnificent interior mountain views.

Daisetsuzan Hikes: Asahidake to Naka Dake Loop Hike

Aug 2021

Daisetsuzan National Park is the largest national park in Japan and home to Hokkaidos`s highest mountain - Asahidake. I spent five days in the park exploring the various trails each with a unique but equally splendid scenery.

Hiking to an Active Volcano: Mount Aso in Japan

Dec 2021

Mount Aso is the largest active volcano in Japan. Although this may sound intimidating at first – and it should as the volcano recently erupted in October 2021- it is also one of the most accessible peaks and craters in Japan that can be easily reached by car or a bus.