Five Amazing Natural Heritage Sites in Japan
Here are five of the most fascinating locations, all of which have been selected as World Natural Heritage Sites by UNESCO.
Tag:
PR
191
results
Eco-Tourism in the Ogasawara Islands: Composting toilet Lessens Inbound Impact
Protecting the natural habitat of a remote Japanese island chain requires dedication, perseverance, and a commitment to controlled development. Joy Jarman Walsh traveled to Hahajima and talked to islanders about their work preserving the ecosystem, and th
Hope for Fukushima’s Hamadori Coast, Part II: New Ventures Bring Vitality
Fukushima Prefecture’s Hamadori region, which faces the Pacific Ocean, suffered greatly from the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake and the resulting tsunami and nuclear disaster. Those living within a 20 km radius of the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Powerplan
Hope for Fukushima’s Hamadori: Preserving the Past for the Sake of the Future
The coastal area of Fukushima is undergoing a resurgence of hope with the return of displaced residents. We take a look at memorials to the disasters of March 2011 in this first part of a two-part series.
Tottori Folk Crafts: Traditions Passed Down Over Generations
Tottori Prefecture is located in the northeastern part of Japan’s Chugoku region, on the western edge of the main island of Honshu. Long and narrow, it runs from east to west along the Sea of Japan.
The Roots of Tottori's History and Culture in Japanese Mythology
Tottori Prefecture is located in the northeastern part of Japan’s Chugoku region, on the western edge of the main island of Honshu. Long and narrow, it runs from east to west along the Sea of Japan.
Sustainable Agriculture in Japan
The initiatives, highlighted during Week for Sustainability and Sustainability Award-winning videos, convey how sustainability is an integral part of the Japanese agriculture, forestry, and fisheries sectors.
Why You Must Go to Japan’s 5 Natural Heritage Sites
From white sand beaches to volcanic hot springs, Japan abounds with natural wonders. Five of these places are special e
