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19/10/2026

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14/09/2026

Shhhhhh!! It's CONFIRMED! 🤫

We are giving away tickets to help fund your next holidays, on us!

Whether you're in Australia, America or in Europe, we have something for you.

Keep an eye out on the posts and stories!

09/09/2026

😆💦 **That moment when everyone realizes what they’ve actually signed up for...**

Before the helmets, wetsuits, waterfalls and canyon jumps, the energy from the crew was already THROUGH THE ROOF. 😂🇯🇵

📍 Okutama, Tokyo

We were heading out with **Canyons Japan** for a full summer adventure through some of Tokyo’s wildest natural scenery, and the excitement beforehand was almost as entertaining as the canyoning itself.

Everyone was hyped.

Everyone was talking big.

And absolutely nobody knew who was going to scream first. 👀😂

This is the side of Tokyo many visitors never expect - mountains, rivers, waterfalls and outdoor adventures just beyond the city.

Our journey was captured as part of a collaboration with **Insta360, Tokyo Tourism and National Geographic**, giving us the chance to showcase just how adventurous a Tokyo summer can actually be.

And this was only BEFORE we got into the water... 💦

👉 Watch **Episode 1 of our Okutama Summer Adventure** here:

🔗 https://youtu.be/-E051eHc-dw

Save this for your next summer trip to Tokyo! 🇯🇵🌿

09/09/2026

🍁🏞️ **This might be one of the most beautiful autumn escapes from Tokyo.** 🇯🇵

Welcome to **Lake Chuzenji**, high in the mountains of Nikko and surrounded by some of Tochigi’s most spectacular fall colours.

📍 Lake Chuzenji, Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture

Sitting at the foot of **Mount Nantai**, this peaceful mountain lake is one of the highlights of any Nikko autumn itinerary.

During fall, the surrounding forests turn deep red, orange and gold, reflecting across the water and making the entire area feel completely different from central Tokyo. 🍁✨

Take a walk along the lakeside, stop at one of the viewpoints, enjoy a cruise across the water, or simply slow down and take in the scenery.

And because **Kegon Falls, Ryuzu Falls and Irohazaka** are all nearby, Lake Chuzenji is the perfect base for exploring the wider Okunikko area.

If you're planning an autumn day trip or road trip from Tokyo, this is one of those places where you’ll want to give yourself more time than expected.

👉 See Lake Chuzenji and our complete route in the full **Nikko Autumn Travel Guide**:

🔗 https://youtu.be/LcyOXvmxctY

Save this for your autumn trip to Japan! 🍁🇯🇵

09/09/2026

🍁💦 **One of Japan’s most famous waterfalls looks absolutely unreal in AUTUMN.** 🇯🇵

Welcome to **Kegon Falls**, one of the must-see stops on any Nikko itinerary.

📍 Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture

Fed by the waters of **Lake Chuzenji**, Kegon Falls plunges around **97 metres** down a dramatic cliff face and is regarded as one of Japan’s Three Great Waterfalls.

And during autumn?

This place becomes something else entirely. 🍁

The surrounding mountains explode into shades of red, orange and gold, creating an incredible contrast against the powerful white waterfall.

For an even closer look, take the elevator down to the lower observation deck, where you can hear the roar of the water and feel the spray from the falls below.

It’s also easy to combine Kegon Falls with **Lake Chuzenji, Irohazaka, Ryuzu Falls and the wider Okunikko area**, making this one of the essential stops for an autumn road trip or day trip from Tokyo.

If you’re planning to see Japan’s fall colours, **Nikko deserves a place near the top of your list.**

👉 See Kegon Falls and our complete autumn itinerary in the full **Nikko Autumn Travel Guide**:

🔗 https://youtu.be/LcyOXvmxctY

Save this for your autumn trip to Japan! 🍁🇯🇵

08/09/2026

This entire frozen world is made using WATER from the lake. 🇯🇵

Welcome to the Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival, one of Hokkaido’s most surreal winter experiences.

📍 Lake Shikotsu, Chitose, Hokkaido

Every winter, water from the incredibly clear Lake Shikotsu is sprayed onto structures and frozen layer by layer, creating enormous ice formations, tunnels and frozen sculptures.

And the experience completely changes depending on when you visit.

☀️ During the day, the ice takes on the beautiful natural blue tones that Lake Shikotsu is famous for.

🌈 After sunset, the entire festival transforms as colourful illuminations shine through the frozen structures, turning the venue into a glowing ice world.

Walk through the ice tunnels, explore the frozen formations, take far too many photos and experience just how beautiful a Hokkaido winter can be.

And considering Lake Shikotsu is surrounded by mountains, forests and hot springs, it makes an incredible winter escape to combine with a wider Sapporo and Hokkaido itinerary.

Cold? Absolutely. 😂

Worth it? 100%.

👉 See the Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival and more in our full Sapporo / Hokkaido Travel Guide:

🔗 https://youtu.be/YvvXvmJT9eA

Save this for your winter trip to Hokkaido! ❄️🇯🇵

08/09/2026

Want to taste Hokkaido straight from the farm? 🇯🇵

Just outside Sapporo, Hokuren Kururu no Mori is a fantastic stop for anyone who wants to experience Hokkaido’s famous produce beyond the usual restaurants and markets.

📍 Kitahiroshima, Hokkaido

The farm is built around the idea of experiencing food from seed to table, with seasonal farming activities, fresh local produce and a market filled with ingredients grown across Hokkaido.

And of course, we came here to EAT. 👀

At the on-site Farm Restaurant, you can enjoy a buffet packed with seasonal vegetables and Hokkaido ingredients, including fresh salads, crispy vegetable tempura, curry, noodles and homemade-style dishes.

It’s fresh, simple and exactly the kind of meal that shows off why Hokkaido is considered one of Japan’s great food destinations.

Afterwards, wander through the farmers’ market for fresh vegetables, fruit, dairy products and local specialties to take home.

If you're exploring Sapporo and want a quieter food-focused escape from the city, Kururu no Mori is well worth adding to your Hokkaido itinerary. 🌱

👉 See more of our Sapporo and Hokkaido adventures in the full guide:

🔗 https://youtu.be/YvvXvmJT9eA

08/09/2026

WHERE should you stay in Sapporo? Here’s our recommendation. 🇯🇵

Planning your first trip to Sapporo, Hokkaido? Choosing the right area to stay can make a huge difference to your trip.

For most travellers, we recommend staying centrally between Sapporo Station, Odori and Susukino.

📍 Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan

Why?

🚆 Sapporo Station gives you easy access to JR trains and makes arriving from New Chitose Airport much simpler.

🌳 Odori puts you right in the heart of the city, close to Odori Park, Sapporo TV Tower, shopping and many of Sapporo’s major attractions.

🍜 Susukino is perfect if food and nightlife are high on your list, with ramen, soup curry, izakaya and late-night dining everywhere.

🛍️ And between them you’ll find Tanukikoji Shopping Street, making this whole central area extremely convenient for exploring Sapporo on foot.

If it’s your first time in Hokkaido, staying centrally also makes day trips and onward travel much easier, whether you're heading to Otaru, Jozankei or elsewhere around Hokkaido.

Our biggest tip?

Choose location before choosing luxury.

Being able to walk to restaurants, attractions, stations and nightlife can save you a surprising amount of travel time, especially during a snowy Hokkaido winter. ❄️

We break down where to stay, what to see, where to eat and how to explore the city in our full Sapporo Travel Guide.

👉 Watch the full guide:

🔗 https://youtu.be/YvvXvmJT9eA

Save this before booking your Sapporo accommodation! 🇯🇵🏨

08/09/2026

Want to step inside a REAL ninja village in Japan?

Hidden away in the countryside of Shiga Prefecture is Koka Ninja Village, one of the best places to dive into the history, tricks and legends of Japan’s ninja.

📍 Koka, Shiga, Japan

Koka was one of Japan’s great historic centres of ninjutsu, and this forested village lets you experience that history rather than simply read about it.

Step inside the traditional karakuri ninja house and start looking carefully... because things aren’t always what they seem. 👀

🚪 Hidden doors
🕳️ Secret escape routes
🏠 Concealed spaces and traps
🥷 Ninja tools and historical displays

Then it’s time to see whether you could actually survive as a ninja.

Try shuriken throwing, tackle ninja-style obstacles, climb walls and even attempt the famous water-crossing challenge. 😂

It’s part history lesson, part outdoor adventure and one of those wonderfully different Japan experiences that takes you well beyond the usual Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka itinerary.

And because Koka is in Shiga and accessible from the Kyoto area, it makes a brilliant addition to a wider Kansai trip.

Whether you grew up fascinated by ninja, love Japanese history, or simply want something unusual to add to your Japan itinerary, this place deserves a spot on the list.

🎬 We explored the houses, ninja training and the secrets hidden throughout the village in our full guide.

👉 Watch our Koka Ninja Village adventure here:

🔗 https://youtu.be/xC-PairpArM

Save this for your next trip to Japan. 🥷🇯🇵

08/09/2026

One of Chiba’s most underrated coastal drives has views like THIS. 🇯🇵

Our Tateyama adventure continues along the spectacular Boso Peninsula, where historic lighthouses, rugged cliffs and unexpected art installations overlook the ocean.

📍 Sunosaki Lighthouse, Tateyama, Chiba

Standing at the western edge of Tateyama, Sunosaki Lighthouse has been guiding ships into Tokyo Bay since 1919. From the surrounding viewpoint, you get sweeping views across Tokyo Bay and the Pacific, and on a clear day you may even catch Mount Fuji across the water. 🗻🌊

Continue farther around the southern coastline toward Nojimazaki, and things become even more photogenic.

Perched dramatically among the coastal rocks is the famous Lovers’ Bench, seemingly sitting right at the edge of Japan with nothing but ocean stretching beyond it. Nearby, you’ll also find outdoor sculptures scattered around the cape, turning the coastline into something of an open-air art walk. 🎨🌅

It’s the kind of place where the journey itself becomes the attraction.

🚗 Coastal roads
🗼 Historic lighthouses
🎨 Unexpected art
🌊 Endless Pacific views
🌅 And some incredible sunset photography

If you're looking for a completely different side of Chiba beyond Tokyo Disneyland and Narita Airport, Tateyama and southern Boso deserve a place on your Japan road-trip itinerary.

👉 Explore more in our full Tateyama Travel Guide:

🔗 https://youtu.be/8vVKePRyCKY

Save this for your next coastal escape from Tokyo! 🇯🇵🌊