Touring Kanagawa’s Neighbour: Shizuoka Prefecture

Shizuoka is most known for Japan’s National Treasure and World Heritage, Mt. Fuji. But there’s so much more to explore in the prefecture. Other Shizuoka attractions include Shimizu Port, A...

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Elevated Places: What to Do in Nagano, Japan

While Nagano might not top people’s lists of must-visit places in Japan, it has many great spots. Nagano City is quite famous for hosting the 1998 Winter Olympic Games and the prefecture overall...

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Tokyo's Oldest Temple: Senso-Ji

Tokyo Metropolis has a lot to offer its visitors. Other than its busy streets and magnificent skyscrapers, it also houses the oldest temple in Tokyo, Senso-Ji (浅草寺). Learn more about this historic Bud...

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The Gero Onsen Experience in Gifu Prefecture

As many of you might know, Japan has many active volcanoes - therefore it has many naturally occurring onsens or hot springs all over the country. In this article we will cover one such popular hot sp...

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What to do in Nara, the First Permanent Capital in Japan

Nara is one of the oldest cities in Japan that is named after its prefecture. The “Southern Capital” is more than a thousand-year-old history and has been home to different temples and shr...

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Not Only About Matcha: A guide of Uji, Kyoto

Famous for its production of green tea Uji may be, but steeped in history and tradition, there is more than meets the eye in little Uji - a trip to the past? or perhaps a stroll amidst the flowers? Wh...

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Taking a trip down the Old Capital: A 3-day Kyoto Itinerary

Kyoto is known for drawing the line between the remnants of historical experience and the effects of urbanization in Japan. Feel the deep-rooted culture and grand experience by digging into the severa...

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A look in to the home of Miyajima Torii: Itsukushima Shrine

If you are familiar with traveling spots in Japan, you've possibly seen photos of the floating torii of Miyajima. The floating torii of Miyaji, also known as Itsukujima Shrine, has its importance ...

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Walking down one Thousand Torii for Prosperity: a guide of Fushimi Inari Taisha

Going through travel guides of Kyoto, you’ve probably seen the thousand red gates and perhaps even have taken pictures; however, there’s so much more to explore at Fushimi Inari Taisha alo...

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The Ultimate List of Osaka's Best Attractions for Families

When it comes to exploring a city, there are simply not enough hours in the day, so you should prioritize some of the best that Osaka has to offer! This must-read list includes many things from Osaka&...

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