Most people think of volcanoes as either erupting or not. The reality is considerably more unsettling. The classification of ...

Discover three remarkable mountain hikes that showcase the beauty of Japan’s alpine wilderness, from breathtaking peaks to ...

Islands are land masses that are totally surrounded by water. Islands occur in oceans, seas, rivers and lakes. Some islands ...

Onsens, ryokans, sushi and sake, Japan is a smorgasbord of tastes, sights and sounds. From walking across one of the busiest ...

Here’s a story told in ash: a person came out to walk their dog along a track by the side of a volcano — an undulating, three-mile route defined by bamboo and untidy bushes and trees. To their left, ...

Has anyone else been dealing with the urge to pack a bag, hop on a plane, and land in a completely new place? Traveling is my most beloved hobby. It doesn’t take much for me to get on a flight and go ...