Hamarikyu Gardens: Paradise in Edo

Marked as the garden paradise during the Edo Period, and the haven of the Imperial family, Hamarikyu is inarguably a cultural gem of Japan. A relaxing place, scenic no matter the season, with a pond d...

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A Trip to Kanazawa Castle

Kanazawa is a time capsule from Japan's "golden age" during the Tokugawa Period. The city combines a stunning natural location with a thriving cultural legacy, with Kanazawa Castle and t...

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Top Things to do in Ryogoku – Home of Japanese Sumo

The city of Ryogoku in Tokyo, Japan is famous worldwide as the "home of sumo," but it also offers a glimpse of the unique history of the Edo Period. Apart from the sumo, Ryogoku has many his...

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All About the Katsura Imperial Villa

Katsura Imperial Villa has great historical and cultural importance, as it showcases traditional Japanese architectural design, not only in the structure but in the surrounding garden as well. The bea...

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10 Reasons Why Marunouchi is the Place to Be

You can find many of the Fortune Global 500 companies’ headquarters in the ultra-modern business district of Marunouchi in Tokyo. Nestled between Tokyo Station and the Imperial Palace, Marunouch...

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A Cultural Trip to Chichu Art Museum

Chichu Art Museum on Kagawa Prefecture’s art lovers’ paradise Naoshima Island is a work of art in itself. Almost the entirety of the museum is nestled underground, and the island accessibl...

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Top 8 Places to Visit in Yamanashi Prefecture

Yamanashi Prefecture, lying west of Tokyo, is most recognized for being the home of the majestic Mt. Fuji. It offers stunning attractions and fun activities, from beautiful lakes and parks to ancient ...

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Best Places and Hidden Treasures of Shiga Prefecture

Enjoy a day of exploring the treasures of Shiga Prefecture, one of Japan's most popular destinations. This beautiful prefecture has a lot to offer for visitors, including World Heritage sites, anc...

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Explore Akashi Kaikyo Bridge: The World's Longest Suspension Bridge

Akashi Kaikyo Bridge is an engineering marvel and the world's longest suspension bridge that connects Honshu with the Shikoku islands in Japan. A technological engineering marvel ahead of the rest...

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Nijo Castle, Former Shogun Residence and Imperial Villa

UNESCO World Heritage Nijo Castle is a historical attraction in Kyoto. Once home to the Edo Period’s first Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu, it also accommodated the Emperor after the collapse of Tokugawa...

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