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Discover Kagoshima: History, nature and food in southern Japan

Discover Kagoshima: History, nature and food in souther...

Although Kagoshima is far from Japan's political, economic and cultural core, th...

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Japan’s famous Suica Penguin JR train pass card mascot is 'graduating'/being laid off

Japan’s famous Suica Penguin JR train pass card mascot ...

Back in 2001, East Japan Railway Company/JR East revolutionized train travel in ...

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Misawa Aviation Science Museum

Misawa Aviation Science Museum

Explore Japan’s aviation history and the science of flight through interactive e...

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Luggage storage in Japan: How to explore without dragging your suitcase everywhere

Luggage storage in Japan: How to explore without draggi...

If you’ve ever tried navigating Tokyo’s rush-hour crowds with a roller suitcase,...

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Check out breathtaking fall foliage in our round-up of autumn hikes in Japan

Check out breathtaking fall foliage in our round-up of ...

Japan’s stunning mountain scenery becomes even more breathtaking in autumn, maki...

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Universal Studios Japan

Universal Studios Japan

The world's best ride, a wizarding wonderland and minions. As if you needed anot...

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5 Famous Foods You’ll Find in Miyagi

5 Famous Foods You’ll Find in Miyagi

From savory gyutan to sweet zunda mochi, Miyagi’s local dishes showcase the pref...

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The worst tourist traps in Japan and where to go instead

The worst tourist traps in Japan and where to go instead

Most itineraries for Japan include Gion in Kyoto or Harajuku in Tokyo. However, ...

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Tokoname: An excellent day trip from Nagoya for pottery lovers

Tokoname: An excellent day trip from Nagoya for pottery...

Tokoname is a seaside city in southern Aichi Prefecture. Since the 1970s, visito...

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ROYCE’ Cacao&Chocolate Town 

ROYCE’ Cacao&Chocolate Town 

Enjoy a fun and educational factory tour of one of Hokkaido’s best-known chocola...

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Why Nagoya is the best base for day trips across Japan

Why Nagoya is the best base for day trips across Japan

Japan’s fourth largest city is often overlooked. For travelers who want to make ...

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Yagen Onsen

Yagen Onsen

Located in Aomori Prefecture, Yagen Onsen is a stunning village with lush greene...

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Gujo Hachiman Castle: Japan's oldest reconstructed wooden castle surrounded by vibrant autumn foliage

Gujo Hachiman Castle: Japan's oldest reconstructed wood...

Gujo Hachiman Castle is a mountain castle located in Gujo City, Gifu Prefecture....

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Tokoname

Tokoname

Accessible in about 30 minutes by train from Nagoya, Tokoname is a great day tri...

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10 great autumn Japan travel spots for fall colors and retro atmosphere

10 great autumn Japan travel spots for fall colors and ...

We’re right on the cusp of peak fall color season in Japan. The leaves have alre...

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Sandankyo Gorge: An emerald river, towering cliffs and misty waterfalls

Sandankyo Gorge: An emerald river, towering cliffs and ...

Sandankyo Gorge lies deep in the Akiota Mountains, northwest of Hiroshima City. ...