Beyond Shirakawago: Why Higashi-Mino in Gifu Should Be Your Next Travel Destination

BEYOND SHIRAKAWAGO: WHY HIGASHI-MINO IN GIFU SHOULD BE YOUR NEXT TRAVEL DESTINATION -  As the countdown to the Osaka Expo 2025 begins, Japan braces for a surge in tourism. With an event that is set to draw millions of visitors from around the world, the accompanying challenge of overtourism looms large. In addition to Osaka, iconic destinations such as Tokyo, Kyoto, and Shirakawago that already struggle with the weight of their popularity, are bracing for a larger influx of travelers. This influx raises concerns about preserving the cultural …