Sanuki Udon Guide Takamatsu: Best Noodle Shops & How to Order (2026)
Your complete Sanuki udon guide for Takamatsu: noodle styles, best shops, how to order at self-service counters, udon taxis and tours, prices and tips.
Narai-juku Guide: Kiso Valley’s Longest Post Town
A complete guide to Narai-juku, the longest preserved post town on the Nakasendo — top sights, merchant houses, lacquerware, the Torii Pass, best times to visit and where to stay.
Tsumago Post Town Guide: What to See, Do & Where to Stay
A complete guide to Tsumago, Japan’s best-preserved post town in the Kiso Valley — top sights, the honjin and wakihonjin, food, best times to visit and where to stay.
Magome to Tsumago Hike: Complete Walking Guide (Route, Times & Tips)
A complete guide to the Magome to Tsumago hike on the Nakasendo Trail — the 7.8km route stage by stage, timings, costs, luggage transfer, best season and how to get there.
Nagano Travel Guide for First-Time Visitors: Snow Monkeys, Zenkoji & Ski Resorts (2026)
A complete Nagano travel guide for first-time visitors: snow monkeys, Zenkoji Temple, ski resorts, onsen towns, best time to visit and how to get there.