The 'New Golden Route', connecting Tokyo and Osaka via the Hokuriku Shinkansen, has revived the halcyon age of rail travel in Japan. Alight at these stops to discover incredible experiences...
1 TOKYO PREFECTURE
Tokyo Great Cycling Tour has been guiding visitors around the capital since 2006. This Tokyo-savvy team has guided 20,000 visitors to Japan from 70 countries, and will teach you more about Tokyo's attractions. Don't just visit the famous sites, but also pedal along the riverbanks and shopping streets frequented by locals.
Get there: Kayabacho Station.
2 SAITAMA PREFECTURE
The Great Earthquake struck in 1923, triggering Tokyo's bonsai artisans to escape the capital and settle in Omiya with its fertile soil, clean water and nature. Two years later, they opened their first bonsai garden. Omiya Bonsai Village was born. Stroll its displays and browse the museum to learn about this Japanese art form.
Get there: Omiya, Omiya Koen and Toro stations
3 GUNMA PREFECTURE
The trailhead for Mount Tanigawa begins in Minakami, an hour north of Tokyo. Prized for its pure spring water and pristine forests, the town and surrounding area were designated a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 2017. Now better known as Minakami UNESCO Eco Park, it's home to 1,500 plant and animal species. The adventurous can canyon and raft here.
Get there: Jomo-Kogen Station
4 NAGANO PREFECTURE
The Nakasendo, a 540km trail between Tokyo and Kyoto, dates back to the 17th century. For a taste, try walking the 8km track from Magome to Tsumago in the Kiso Valley or head north to Ontake; there you can visit Satomiya Shrine before tackling 3,067m Mount Ontake. Walk the Ontake Kodo trail to the summit or take the cable car part of the way.
Get there: JR Kisofukushima Station
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Vermont, USA
The Wanderlust team relocated to New England for part of this issue, as we explored a lush state filled with outdoor escapes, historic towns... and lashings of maple syrup
Unique North America
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The call of the Rockies
From historic ski lodges to rustic backcountry cabins and a mock-Scottish castle, we pick the stays in Canada's Rocky Mountains that make the most of their setting
A new dawn for the Garifuna community
When the Garifuna people settled in Belize, they had to carry their traditions and culture with them; now a new trail is inviting visitors to explore this heritage through local communities
On the edge of history
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Tigers burning bright
As India celebrates 50 years of its Project Tiger conservation scheme, we visit the reserves of Madhya Pradesh to see how its success has impacted a tiger population that once looked in danger of disappearing
SEASON'S GREETINGS
From fiery fall foliage to art fairs and harvest festivals, opens up a wealth of across the USA and Canada autumn experiences
Waking a sleeping GIANT
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The rebirth of old JEDDAH
As efforts to restore Al-Balad, Jeddah's historical district, take hold, we get an exclusive peek at how art and culture are taking centre stage
Star-studded escapes
Wilderness, history and wildlife combine at some of Britain's most iconic stargazing sites, as more and more travellers are looking to the heavens
