Located in the foothills of Japan's Northern Alps and surrounded by forests is the city of Hida Takayama. Known as Hida's "Little Kyoto," Takayama's old town, retains a traditional touch with its ...

NAGOYA--The Japan Railfan Club has awarded Central Japan Railway Co. (JR Tokai)’s new HC85 series train, which has been in operation on Hida limited express runs since last summer, its Blue ...