Shirakawa-go is famous for its gassho-zukuri farmhouses, which are more than two centuries old. These thatched-roof houses ...

Resort Shirakami runs along the picturesque Gono Line from Akita to Aomori Prefecture, providing breathtaking coastal views ...

Our cyclist travels three large rivers in central Japan: the Kiso, the Nagara and the Ibi. He explores unique cultures related to the rivers, like cormorant fishing and an exciting float festival.

ITOIGAWA, Niigata -- This central Japan city famed for its jade stones ... has been tolerated by the parties that manage the rivers and seashores. According to the Niigata Prefectural Government ...

However, the number of salmon in Japan has sharply declined in recent years due to rising sea temperatures caused by global warming. While around 70 million salmon returned to Japanese rivers each ...

"Japan has gradually cranked up the expectations ... that are particularly vulnerable and create firebreaks around rivers, railroads, and roadways to prevent fires from jumping from one area ...