With shrines, temples, parks and amazing views, Nara makes for a stress-free wandering experience, with no buses to catch nor …
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Osaka is often the butt of jokes for being in the Kinki area of Japan, humorously lost in translation but meaning ‘near …
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All You Need to Know about JR Kyūshū Regional Rail Passes
JR Kyūshū passes cover rail travel in — you guessed it — Kyūshū. If you’re keen to explore …
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Yagyū Village, Nara’s Samurai Sword Masters, and Walking the Yagyū Kaidō
Yagyū Village and Yagyū Kaido in Nara Prefecture are historically intertwined with both legendary samurai and masterful swordsmanship.
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A Detailed Guide to the JR Shikoku Pass
Shikoku may be the smallest and least visited of Japan’s four main islands, but it still has it’s very own rail …
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A Guide to JR Central Regional Rail Passes
JR Central’s “tourist passes” are a little different from other Japan Rail passes. Rather than covering the …
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The Complete Guide to Getting Around in Sapporo
Sapporo, the capital of Hokkaido, is a large city. The odds are you will need to use Sapporo’s extensive transportation …
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The Complete Guide to JR Hokkaidō Rail Passes
The country-wide Japan Rail Pass is a well-established excellent deal. But what if your travel plans are focused on just one …
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The Complete Guide to JR West Rail Passes
Traveling in the western parts of Japan? One of the many JR West Passes might be the cheapest way to get around. Here's what you …
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The Heritage of Sado—Japan’s Golden Isle of Exile
Lost in the Sea of Japan, Sado is not the first place you might think of for an island getaway. But look a little closer, and …
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Narazake and a Taste of Original Japan: A Dip into Nara’s Saké Barrel
As young Japanese seek moderm indulgences and the elderly refrain consuming in large volumes, Japanese saké, or Nihonshu, …
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Enjoji Nara and the Takisaka-no-Michi of the Yagyu Kaido
If you’re looking for an alternative day out in Nara, look no further than the Yagyū Kaidō. This ancient road …
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The Noble Hasedera: Discovering Gems in the Nara Countryside
For those looking to avoid the crowds in Nara, Hasedera Temple is a great day trip from Nara, Kyoto or Osaka.
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A Quiet Day Out in Nara: Hidden Attractions along the Nara Park Loop
A rather long time ago, Nara was the imperial capital of Japan. While most people head off to the grand legacies of this past, …
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The Best Ways to Travel from Osaka to Fukuoka
If you’re planning your first trip to Japan—you’re probably planning on spending most of your time in Tokyo. …
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Minō Park Falls: A Guide to Osaka’s Best Spring Day Out
Minō Park Falls is in the foothills of north Osaka just a 30-minute train ride from Umeda Station. While it’s more …
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Events
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Nara Tokae
Update: In 2022, some festivities may be canceled. Check their guide map for more details. A …
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Hitoyoshi Fireworks Festival
Taking place at the riverside in Nakagawahara Park in Hitoyoshi City, this fireworks festival …
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Daimonji Okuribi
For 2022 (as with 2021), the fireworks display which usually follows Daimonji ceremony has been …
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Shoro Nagashi Lantern Floating Ceremony
For 2022 (as with 2020 and 2021), the ceremony will take place, but sightseers are discouraged. …
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Lake Suwa Fireworks Festival
Usually, an incredible 40,000 fireworks go up in smoke in a couple of hours at this mid summer …
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Hotel Épinard Nasu
The Hotel Épinard Nasu is in the countryside, half an hour from Nasu Shiobara Station in Tochigi. A shuttle bus will transfer guests to the hotel from the station, and a direct shuttle is also available from Tokyo Station and Ikebukuro Station. …
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Toyoko Inn Akita-eki Higashi-guchi
This hotel is just a short walk from the east exit of Akita Station, so you can alight from the Shinkansen and be in your room in just a few minutes. Rooms feature a kitchenette, so you can grab ingredients for breakfast or dinner if you don't …
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HOTEL MYSTAYS Sapporo Susukino
HOTEL MYSTAYS Sapporo Susukino is located in Sapporo's downtown area. It is ten minutes' walk from Susukino Subway Station, and just over an hour from New Chitose Airport by express train. The hotel is within walking distance of the urban oasis …
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Japan Rail Pass
The JR Pass is a 1 week pass that allows unlimited travel on Japan Rail lines throughout the …
Visit a Mountain Temple, Hot Springs and More in Yamagata
Enjoy a three-day guided tour of Yamadera, Ginzan Onsen and Mount Gassan. Experience tea …
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