Take a day trip to Hikone, visit the traditional castle and garden, and try the local cuisine!
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A great day trip from Hiroshima, Sandankyo Gorge is the perfect hiking location considered one of the Top 5 Special Valleys of …
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The Cheapest Way to Get from KIX to Kyoto, Osaka and Kobe
We break down the fastest and cheapest ways from KIX to Kyoto, Osaka, Kobe and Nara. Tips for tourists and for traveling with …
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Kanazawa’s Best Cherry Blossom Spots
Plan a trip to Kanazawa for cherry blossom viewing at the famous Kenrokuen gardens and other stunning spots in the picturesque town.
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Cherry Blossom in Kyoto: The 15 Best Sakura Spots
For 2021, cherry blossoms in Kyoto are expected to start around March 17 and be in full bloom around March 26.
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Where to Experience the Best Powder Snow in Japan (and Why You Should Visit in the Warmer Seasons too)
Up north in Hokkaido, the cities of Asahikawa, Nayoro and Shibetsu await ski and snowboarding enthusiasts in winter, as well as …
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Mount Yoshino: Japan’s Best Cherry Blossom Spot
Experience tens of thousands of cherry trees on this magical mountain in Nara.
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JR West Passes: Quick Guide to Types and Trips
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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Otaru: A Mini Guide to Eating, Shopping and Sightseeing
Otaru is a port city in Hokkaido known for its picturesque canal district, Sakaimachi shopping street, and Otaru Snow Light Festival.
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JR East Passes: The Lowdown and Travel Ideas
Looking for discount train tickets to travel through the eastern parts of Japan? A JR East Pass is a cheap and popular option. …
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5 Things to Do in Himeji
Himeji Castle, mountaintop temples, stunning gardens and more!
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Ready, Set, Go-Kart: How to “Mario Kart” in Osaka
Yes—you can still race (safely) through the streets of Osaka.
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11 Cool Things You Can Do in Aichi
From tea farms to legendary miso, off-road driving experiences and roof tiles that ward off evil, Aichi Prefecture might just …
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Fantastic Fox Village Adventures
Fluffy, inquisitive and painfully photogenic—it'll be hard not to fall in love with the furry critters at the Zao Fox Village.
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Getting the Most Out of Your Trip to Universal Studios Japan
Learn all the tips & tricks.
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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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Almont Hotel Kyoto
A hotel with spacious, well appointed rooms in the vicinity of Kyoto Station. Note that Kyoto Station is handy to the Shinkansen (which connects Kyoto to Tokyo and Osaka) but the station district is relatively uninteresting from a visitor's …
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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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Hiroshima Mint Cherry Blossom Viewing
Like the head office in Osaka, the Hiroshima branch of the Japan Mint has a garden of late …
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Osaka Mint Bureau Cherry Blossom Viewing
Each year for one week in mid April, the Osaka Mint Bureau opens their grounds for …
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Takayama Spring Festival
The Takayama Spring Festival/Sanno Matsuri takes place at Hie Shrine in Takayama City, Gifu …
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Heian Jingu Reisai Festival
Celebrating the accession ceremony day of the temple’s deity – Emperor Kanmu in 781 …
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Nagahama Hikiyama Festival
Taking place in Nagahama, Shiga Prefecture, the Hikiyama Festival is named for the wheeled …
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Okinawa International Film Festival
Founded in 2009 by comedy giant Yoshimoto Kogyo, the festival has a packed schedule which …
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Super Nintendo World Theme Park Now Open at USJDecember 15th
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Cycling the Sunniest Place in Japan: Hokuto and the Yatsugatake Volcanic RangeDecember 7th
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The Beauty of Japan’s Kii PeninsulaDecember 1st
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Book Yourself a Room on Wheels with DreamDrive
Travel in comfort, avoid crowds and public transport, and experience Japan's natural wonders in …
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 …
Yamagata30% off Mobile Hotspot rental from Ninja WiFi
Ninja Wifi is the biggest provider of rental pocket wifi devices to international visitors …
