Hidden Yamanashi

Nature, Local Food & Ancient Pilgrimages

Ah Yamanashi — known internationally for its wildly popular Mt. Fuji climb and…well, not much else. This is a real shame. You see, this landlocked prefecture is host to breathtaking natural wonders as well as a rich historical pedigree. In addition to being the former domain of the legendary Warring States period (1467–1603) warlord Takeda Shingen, Yamanashi is…