Best Day Trips Out of Tokyo

Want to get out of the city? Or explore somewhere new without using up your entire weekend? Or have extra time in the Tokyo area and want to expand your Kanto travels? Here’s a handy list of pla...

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What to Do in Tokyo: Plans By Area and Purpose

First time to Tokyo? Been quite a few times? We came up with an extensive list of things to do in Tokyo, explorable by area, purpose, as well as a general transportation guide. Whether you’re a ...

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Climbing Mount Fuji and Hiking in Japan

Mount Fuji is the symbol of Japan and the tallest mountain in Japan. Discover the charms of Japan’s mountains and read our detailed guide on everything you need to know about climbing Mount Fuji...

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Enjoying the Four Seasons in Japan

Japan is a country fortunate enough to have four seasons, each of them special in their own way. In this article, we introduce the charm of Japan having four seasons, what to expect and enjoy from eac...

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Historical Sendai City, Date Masamune’s Greatest Legacy

Sendai City is most known for 3 things; Date Masamune, Gyutan, and being Tohoku Region’s largest city. With a history as a castle town, it is no wonder many history buffs love visiting Sendai fo...

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Exploring Chiba Prefecture’s Finest Attractions

Chiba Prefecture, which is found on the right side of Tokyo, is home to many great attractions. The most famous is undoubtedly Tokyo DisneyLand and DisneySea. Narita Airport, the gateway for many inte...

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The Wonderful Sights of Nikko

Nikko in Tochigi Prefecture is a gift of nature with amazing autumn foliage, beautiful mountain & forest sceneries, and plenty of wildlife to spot. It is also one of the most religiously important...

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Yakushima: The Island of Wonder in Kagoshima Prefecture

Yakushima is an island found in Kagoshima Prefecture. It is most famous for its cedar forests and for being a sanctuary for both wildlife and plants. Many people visit the island and its town to escap...

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An Animal Kingdom in the Middle of the Metropolis: Osaka Tennoji Zoo

Osaka Tennoji Zoo, locally known as “Tennoji Doubutsuen”, is a zoo located in Tennoji Ward of Osaka. This more-than-a-hundred-years-old zoo shelters various types of animals from herbivoro...

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Tradition and Culture in Asakusa District

Asakusa is the top area in central Tokyo for experiencing traditional Japanese culture. With old Edo vibes especially around Senso-Ji, the landmark of Asakusa, many visitors gather for an authentic cu...

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