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Tsugaru-han Neputa Village

Tsugaru-han Neputa Village

Tsugaru-han Neputa Village in Hirosaki City dives into the Tsugaru region’s rich...

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Sarutahiko Shrine: A spiritual compass for performers and dreamers

Sarutahiko Shrine: A spiritual compass for performers a...

When you first visit Sarutahiko Shrine in Mie Prefecture, you might think some l...

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Antarctica's tourism boom raises concerns about contamination and disease

Antarctica's tourism boom raises concerns about contami...

Driven in part by fears that the frozen landscapes of Antarctica may be irrevers...

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Ghibli Park: A must for any Studio Ghibli fan

Ghibli Park: A must for any Studio Ghibli fan

Like the Ghibli Museum in Tokyo, Ghibli Park in Aichi Prefecture is a must-visit...

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Sorakuen Garden:  Seasonal blooms and preserved historic buildings

Sorakuen Garden: Seasonal blooms and preserved histori...

Kobe is often treated as a quick stop between Osaka and Himeji, but it rewards t...

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Sarutahiko Shrine

Sarutahiko Shrine

Sarutahiko Shrine in Mie Prefecture reminds us that success isn't just about pic...

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Will fuel shortages ruin summer vacations?

Will fuel shortages ruin summer vacations?

Concerns are growing that shortages of diesel and jet fuel due to supply problem...

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Matsumae Park: History, ocean views and the timeless beauty of a castle

Matsumae Park: History, ocean views and the timeless be...

Matsumae Park sits at the southern tip of Hokkaido in Matsumae City. Spread over...

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Ghibli Park

Ghibli Park

Immerse yourself in the worlds of Japan’s best loved animation studio.

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Australia's 'most beautiful' street fed up with viral fame

Australia's 'most beautiful' street fed up with viral fame

Viral posts of an Australian street dubbed the country's "most beautiful" have e...

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Sorakuen Garden 

Sorakuen Garden 

Sorakuen Garden is a traditional Japanese garden in Kobe known for its pond-cent...

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Osu Kannon: Nagoya's spiritual anchor for centuries

Osu Kannon: Nagoya's spiritual anchor for centuries

Standing as a brilliant crimson landmark in Nagoya City, Osu Kannon Temple has s...

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Uber moves toward becoming an 'everything app' with hotel bookings powered by Expedia

Uber moves toward becoming an 'everything app' with hot...

Uber is expanding into a different side of the travel business: hotels. The ride...

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Matsumae Park

Matsumae Park

Matsumae Park in Hokkaido is home to nearly 10,000 cherry blossoms that blend hi...

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Getting the most out of barrier-free tours for yourself or someone with a disability

Getting the most out of barrier-free tours for yourself...

For people living with disabilities, barriers to tourism can range from the obvi...

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Tomioka Silk Mill: An easy day trip to Gunma

Tomioka Silk Mill: An easy day trip to Gunma

How many of Japan’s 26 UNESCO World Heritage sites have you visited? While place...