What some may not know however, is that Japan’s national parks are where you can go to experience both. Conceived in 1931, Japan’s land-scarce topography made it necessary for their National ...

Japan has 34 national parks. Rich in diverse natural attractions, they've been protected by those who call it home and are symbols of Japan's bond with nature.

At the northeastern tip of Hokkaido, Japan's northernmost island, is one of the country's most pristine and underrated national parks: Shiretoko National Park. Designated as a UNESCO World ...