Beginners
Getting started with hiking
Hike To The Clouds hopes to banish the idea that hiking is only for the super-fit, extreme outdoor enthusiasts (although we do love the outdoors… a lot). Let’s redefine the meaning of hiking Read More
Beginners
5 Easiest Top 100 Mountain Hikes
Hikers across Japan have made it their mission to hike all Top 100 mountains in their lifetimes. We have selected five mountains with routes that even complete beginners can hike. Read More
Beginners
5 Easiest Top 100 Next Steps
Hikers across Japan have made it their mission to hike all Top 100 mountains in their lifetimes. Leading on from our 5 easiest top 100 mountains article, here we have listed the next 5 easiest mountains. Read More
First-Aid
Basic First Aid Kit
When we talk about outdoor dangers most people have visions of ferocious bears or poisonous snakes, but the most common injuries tend to be a lot more mundane. In fact, two of the most Read More
First-Aid
5 things not to do if you are bitten by a snake in Japan
An estimated 10 people per year die from Mamushi bites in Japan, many more end up with permanent disfigurements or health problems. Often complications occur due to incorrect first aid Learn More
Basics
How to Choose Hiking Boots
When you first start hiking, buying gear can be intimidating. There are so many brands, so many styles and a lot of confusing information. Fear not though, we are here to walk you through it Read More
List
Active Volcanoes in Japan's Top 100 Mountains
Every year thousands climb the Top 100 Mountains; some are more dangerous than others. Here is a list of the active volcanoes and their alert levels. Learn More
Fun
Cherry Blossom Hikes
Cherry blossom season is here, and it’s time to picnic in a flurry of pink blooms. For us hikers, that usually means avoiding city spots like Ueno park or Nakameguro and heading out to lesser-known areas Read More
Fun
Hiking Slang - Toilet Version
The birds are singing, the fresh breeze is flowing through your hair, and you are more relaxed than you have felt in months. #TheNatureAntidote is in full effect… that is until you have a sudden need to use the bathroom. Read More
