Already-neon Osaka will shine a little brighter during the holiday season!
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All the festive feels at these Kyoto winter illumination events!
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Getting the Most Out of Your Trip to Universal Studios Japan
Learn all the tips & tricks.
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Japan’s Best Winter Festivals and How to Get There from Tokyo
Winter in Japan is more than just the Sapporo Snow Festival. See how the season gets it so right with these stunning festivals.
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Viewing Autumn Leaves in Kyoto and Beyond
A list of beautiful places for viewing beautiful Kyoto autumn leaves, plus day trip ideas to Nara, Wakayama and Shiga Prefectures.
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10 Great Hikes Around Japan
We cover a wide variety of hikes in Japan, including some of the country's most remote, historic and beautiful routes.
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Osaka in Autumn: 9 Places to Enjoy the Changing Leaves
Osaka’s autumn leaves transform quiet corners of the busy city into seasonal treats, from temples to mountains and beyond.
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Huis Ten Bosch: Little Holland in Nagasaki
Huis Ten Bosch is a theme park in Nagasaki that features Dutch-style buildings and is known for its nighttime illumination, said …
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Mega Guide to the Sapporo Snow Festival
It's best to plan early, as accommodation and travel options book up quickly!
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Kyoto Top Attractions: 12 Must-See Sights in Japan’s Ancient Capital
A comprehensive Kyoto top attractions list — so you don't miss out on any of the beauty, wonder and entertainment the ancient …
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Why Hakuba in Summer Is As Good As Hakuba in Winter
Hakuba, a Nagano ski resort and popular winter destination, proves it has just as much to offer in summer, including gorgeous …
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Pretty in Pink: Riding the Hello Kitty Shinkansen
The purr-fect experience for Hello Kitty super fans.
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Hike the Historical Nakasendo Trail from Magome to Tsumago
Stroll through Edo-period Japan along the historical Nakasendo Trail.
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Exploring Hokkaido’s Akan-Mashu National Park
Akan-Mashu National Park, one of Hokkaido's six national parks, is home to pristine lakes, ancient forests, and a rich …
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Exploring Unzen-Amakusa, Japan’s First National Park
Japan's Unzen-Amakusa National Park spans two prefectures, offering natural hot springs and plenty of hiking, camping and …
Events
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November Grand Sumo Tournament
Held every November, this is the final of Japan’s six annual Sumo Tournaments, known as …
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Mammoth Flea Market Z (Autumn)
Officially it’s the “Manmos Flea Market Z”, but that’s just the …
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Naha Marathon, Okinawa
OnlineDue to the problems with oganising a marathon during the COVID-19 pandemic, organizers have …
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Kasuga Wakamiya On-Matsuri
This festival in Nara prefecture traces its origin back to the 12th century. The name comes …
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Kyoto Arashiyama Hanatouro – Illuminations
The quiet streets of Arashiyama and Sagano will be beautifully lit each evening, allowing you …
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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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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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Toyoko Inn Maibara-eki Shinkansen Nishi-guchi
The great thing about a Toyoko Inn hotel is that they all have incredibly convenient locations. This hotel is located right outside the west exit of Maibara Station on the Shinkansen, so you can be out of your hotel and on to the platform (or …
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Tours & Tickets
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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Ninja Wifi is the biggest provider of rental pocket wifi devices to international visitors …
