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Awesome Awaji: A Complete Guide to Sights and Activities on Awaji Island

September 23rd, 2022 | Roger Shitaki

A complete guide to Awaji Island, including getting there and getting around, attractions, historic sites, and natural features.

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The Goto Islands: Hidden Christians, Udon and Stunning Beaches

September 6th, 2022 | Lily Crossley-Baxter

The Goto Islands are a history-packed island-chain off the coast of Nagasaki. Home to the persecuted hidden Christians of Japan, …

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A Day Trip to Akame 48 Waterfalls

August 18th, 2022 | Roger Shitaki

The Akame 48 Waterfalls of Mie are a unique natural phenomenon of exquisite beauty. To add to the appeal there are also giant …

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Tips and Tricks for Buying Tickets to Universal Studios Japan

August 11th, 2022 | Lily Crossley-Baxter

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Escape to Nara: Top Things to Do for a Dream Day Trip

August 1st, 2022 | Lily Crossley-Baxter

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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The Complete Guide to Love Hotels in Osaka—Rest and Stay in Kinki Japan

July 9th, 2022 | Roger Shitaki

Osaka is often the butt of jokes for being in the Kinki area of Japan, humorously lost in translation but meaning ‘near …

Places to Stay
All You Need to Know about JR Kyūshū Regional Rail Passes

July 8th, 2022 | Rebecca Milner

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

July 6th, 2022 | Roger Shitaki

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

July 6th, 2022 | Rebecca Milner

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

June 17th, 2022 | Rebecca Milner

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

June 10th, 2022 | Carla Newton

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

June 8th, 2022 | Rebecca Milner

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

June 8th, 2022 | Rebecca Milner

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

June 3rd, 2022 | Giora Moss

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

May 6th, 2022 | Roger Shitaki

As young Japanese seek moderm indulgences and the elderly refrain consuming in large volumes, Japanese saké, or Nihonshu, …

Food and Drink
Enjoji Nara and the Takisaka-no-Michi of the Yagyu Kaido

May 2nd, 2022 | Roger Shitaki

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

April 26th, 2022 | Roger Shitaki

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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Huis Ten Bosch Kyushu Ichi Fireworks Festival 2022

As the “ichi” in the name suggests, this fireworks festival is touted as the best …

6:45pm – 8:30pm

Nagasaki
Sat, Oct

08

Onomichi Lantern Festival

Onomichi is a world heritage listed town on the Seto Inland Sea in Hiroshima Prefecture made …

6:00pm – 9:00pm

Free

Hiroshima
Oct 8

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Oct 9

Otsu Hikiyama Festival

One of Shiga’s largest three festivals, the Otsu Hikiyama festival is a stunning display …

Free

Shiga
Sun, Oct

09

Osaka Kitchenware Street Festival

If you’re in the mood for some kitchen-based souvenirs for your trip to Japan – or …

10:00am – 5:00pm

Free

Osaka
Sun, Oct

09

20th Kyoto Intercollegiate Festa

The 20th Intercollegiate Festa is a display organised by the students of Kyoto aimed at bonding …

11:00am – 7:00pm

Free

Kyoto

Hotel

¥4,300

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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¥6,500

Richmond Hotel Sendai

A comfortable hotel just 600m from JR Sendai Station. En-suite bathroom, free wifi and 24-hour reception. A popular choice that's perfect for business, family or solo travel.

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Hotel

¥17,388

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. …