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YONAGUNI ISLAND, Japan — For years it was known as the "Two Gun" island – one gun for each of the two policemen stationed here. Yonaguni, Japan's most westerly island, can feel like a peaceful ...

Hokkaido, Japan (CNN) — Hokkaido, Japan’s northernmost main island, is unlike anywhere else in the country. Fully annexed by Japan around 150 years ago, Hokkaido’s indigenous people, the Ainu, have ...

On Japan's western frontier, the small island of Yonaguni, devoid of even a corner store, offers nature lovers a unique experience: diving with hammerhead sharks and observing miniature horses grazing ...

Adventure travel is a way to experience a new place on a deeper level, going beyond the usual tourist sights to the local culture and nature through memorable, exciting activities. No destination is ...

Discover the breathtaking beauty of Zamami Island in Japan, home to one of the world’s most stunning beaches. Susan Collins ...