Escape the crowds and discover a quieter Japan at these 12 hotels, from mountaintop ryokan to island hideaways.

The Haiku Stairs were built in 1942 by the US Navy after Pearl Harbor. Two men, Bill Adams and Louis Otto, took just 21 days ...

Beginning in the 17th century, the Nakasendo trail connected Kyoto and Edo, now modern-day Tokyo. Along this path, 69 ...

Over 120 climbers have already secured permits to attempt to summit the world's highest peak – twice as many as at this time ...

For an easy hike, go with the 2.2-mile Lemon Grove Loop; otherwise, consider the 4-mile Cerro San Luis (also known as Madonna Mountain). This dog-friendly trail has about 1,000 feet of elevation ...

From prehistoric paths dating back to the Neolithic period to walking routes used by Buddhist monks and tea merchants, these ...

Would you know what to do if you suddenly came face to face with an aggressive bear? What if you were hanging onto a sheer ...

Many hikers who underestimated the mountain's trails by ... and pass a test on hiking safety, environmental protection and local rules. Mount Fuji isn't the only place in Japan that's been ...

Leggings are comfortable, flexible, and breathable making them ideal hiking apparel. The freedom of movement and full coverage offer hikers the chance to lay down major miles without chafing or ...

We only saw a few other people on the trail. After days of hiking through formidable terrain, full of awe-inspiring wonders like zebra-striped rock walls and theatrical canyons, we reached the end ...

For now, Japan's tourism boom is showing no signs of slowing down. Japan has introduced a $27 entry fee for all main trails on Mount Fuji, doubling the fee on some routes to manage overcrowding.

Prospective hikers to the Japanese tourist site will have to take a class about hiking safety and local rules.