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Our Rural Family Adventure draws on Oku Japan's strong links with local people and the individuals we know personally. With a focus...

Visiting Nagano and Gifu prefectures, our new self-guided tour will amaze you with incredible views of Japan's Northern Alps. As you...

We are delighted to announce a new tour visiting the incredible region of Eastern Hokkaido. Oku Japan’s first self-guided tour...

On the island of Kyushu, you'll discover a unique world- part of Japan, but far away from the dazzling lights of Tokyo or street food...

Hokkaido is the second-largest of Japan’s islands, long regarded as a remote wilderness by other residents of the Japanese archipelago....

Oku Japan is excited to announce a new self-guided tour on the scenic Nakasendo Trail, taking travellers further off the beaten track....

The peninsula is known for its breathtaking coastline and its abundant nature. There are pristine landscapes and picturesque, beautifully-preserved...

Oku Japan is happy to announce the launch of a new adventure, featuring sea kayaking, hiking, walking, and cycling.Visit the local...

Dango is a traditional Japanese snack, typically consisting of small Mochi rice balls served on a skewer. Perhaps the most famous...

Central Japan is plentiful in scenic routes, tall mountain ranges, and warm hospitality from locals. One of the most exciting experiences...

For those into Japanese cuisine, words like Sushi, Sashimi, and Tempura surely ring a bell. What most people don’t know is that Japan...

The shared nature of Nabe cuisine, linked with the long history of this cooking method, dates back thousands of years to a time when...