Hiking Articles & News

Looking for a detailed Shin-Etsu Trail map to plan your hiking adventure? The Shin-Etsu Trail, stretching along the border of Nagano and Niigata pr...

For the Kumano Kodo, September - November are great times to experience this walk and enjoy Autumn temperatures and colours, and for the Shin-etsu Trail which is further north, October is the optimal Autumn month. 

Japanese Style Pension Accommodation  Pension Pure is a charming accommodation nestled in the serene Madarao highlands of Iiyama City, Nagano Pref...