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At the base of Mt. Fuji is Aokigahara, a forest most people only know from movies. When I finally stepped inside, it felt strange at first—quiet, dark, and colder than expected. But with a local guide, I started to see another side: mossy roots, hidden caves, and a calmness that made the place feel alive.

Walking the Nakasendo Trail: A Journey Through Japan’s Past What if the most authentic way to experience Japan wasn’t through modern cities, but by walking the same paths as travelers from centuries ago? The preserved post towns of Kiso Valley | Photo by: Jordan McChesney At first glance, Japan is often seen as a country that is ahead of the future. Think urban cities, self-serving robots, and high-speed bullet trains. Well, that’s how many people picture it thanks to the adv

Many first-time travelers to Japan might have heard of the popular "Golden Route" that takes you through Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and sometimes Hiroshima. But tucked away in Nagano Prefecture is a city that often goes unnoticed: Matsumoto. Matsumoto Castle bathed in the morning light. | Photo by Jordan McChesney While Nagano is well-known for its ski resorts, Matsumoto itself offers much more, from rich history to stunning natural landscapes, that many travelers might miss out o