Ozu: The Old Palace Town of Japan

Situated in west Ehime is the castle city of Japan, Ozu. Built during the Edo Period and referred to as Little Kyoto, this city gives off a nostalgic vibe straight out from history. Less than an hour&...

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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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Visit One of the Sacred Landmarks in Japan, Matsumoto Castle

Have you ever heard of Crow Castle? It’s a name given to Matsumoto Castle for its black outer appearance, rare among the castles in Japan. Matsumoto Castle is one of the great castles of Japan, ...

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Exploring the National Treasure Nagoya Castle

Visit Nagoya’s most famous icon, the golden castle that is Nagoya Castle. Learn the castle’s history, walk through the castle’s interior and admire its architecture, and finally marv...

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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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A Brief Look into History: Japan During the Medieval Period

Japanese history has witnessed the rise and fall of both lords and warriors in their endeavor for power. Before Japan was unified, the country was ruled by several clans and feudal lords. For those in...

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Matsuyama: The Pine Mountain of Japan

It comes as no secret that Japan offers many splendid places that tourists frequently visit. One of these popular places is the Pine Mountain of Japan – Matsuyama! Known to house one of Japan&rs...

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3-day Osaka Itinerary - Maximize Your Osaka Experience!

Osaka is famous for many great things, from rich flavors to the scenic locations one can find; just the name Osaka can invoke anyone’s adventurous spirit! Osaka is too vast to be easily explored...

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A Visit to Japan’s National Treasure: Himeji Castle

In Japan, castles are a part of their history and improved a lot in preserving their country’s treasure. It has been a cultural significance to the Japanese people, so they decided to rebuild th...

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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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