Visit Bandai-Asahi National Park

Discover Cultural Treasures in Japan’s Bandai-Asahi National Park

John DoeNovember 7, 2024010 mins

Bandai-Asahi National Park, which spans Yamagata, Fukushima and Niigata Prefectures in northern Japan, boasts a rich tapestry of traditional Japanese culture. From theyamabushi(mountain monks) of the syncretic Japanese religion, Shugendo, to the captivating art of bonsai, Bandai-Asahi offers delightful experiences at every turn. This comprehensive itinerary outlines how to explore the cultural wonders of Bandai-Asahi National Park.

Explore Outdoor Adventures in Bandai-Asahi National Park, Japan

John DoeNovember 7, 202406 mins

Straddling the prefectural borders of Yamagata, Niigata, and Fukushima in northern Japan is Bandai-Asahi National Park, approximately 187,000 hectares of rumbling volcanoes, stoic mountains, looking-glass lakes, and primeval woodland. Such a dramatic setting lends itself perfectly to outdoor adventures from hiking, canoeing, and cycling to climbing, skiing, and birdwatching.

Explore the Stunning Contrasts of Bandai-Asahi National Park, Japan

Joshua LiuNovember 7, 2024010 mins

Bandai-Asahi National Park, stretching across Japan’s Tohoku and Hokuriku regions, is a fusion of the contrasting elements which underpin Japanese nature and culture.