Explore retro shopping streets, a legendary hot-spring theme park, and museums galore.
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The highway-bus pass is available to non-Japanese passport holders.
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Ultimate Guide to Fukuoka
Slurp up some of the best ramen in Japan, and see what else "the city of two halves" has to offer.
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5 Things To Do in Shinsekai — Osaka’s Retro Town
Old-school arcades, Japanese knives, and the lucky Billiken await.
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9 Best Events at Osaka Expo 2025
Dinosaur performances, fireworks, drones, projection mapping—and Hatsune Miku, of course.
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12 Favorite Things To Do in Osaka
Get ready for colorful nights, culinary delights — and much more.
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May 2025: Top Events Around Japan
Giant battling kites, a thousand-samurai march, and more.
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Kanazawa’s 7 Best Airbnb and Vacation Rentals
The city is famous for its traditional wooden houses—and you can rent one of these "machiya" for your holiday.
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What To Do in Dōtonbori: Exploring Osaka’s Neon Streets
If Osaka is the kitchen of Japan, Dōtonbori is the chef's table.
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Kyoto in Bloom: 16 Breathtaking Cherry Blossom Spots
From temples to riversides, geisha districts — and more.
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10 Perfect Places To See Cherry Blossoms in Osaka
Castle grounds, sprawling parks — and somewhere extra special.
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A Guide to Nagasaki – Kyūshū’s Historic Port City
The best local sights, bites, and experiences.
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Fukuoka Airport Survival Guide
Everything you need to know—including where to find the best eats.
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Events
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Jujutsu Kaisen Exhibition Osaka
Curses, high school drama, and seriously good art — the Jujutsu Kaisen exhibition in Osaka pulls you straight into the world of Japan’s breakout dark fantasy series.
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Tōhoku Kizuna Festival
This festival creates a fun and vibrant atmosphere through various stage events and local food stalls.
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Chagu Chagu Umakko Horse Festival
Follow along a parade of horses as they trot from shrine to shrine in Morioka.
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National Treasures of Japan Exhibition in Osaka
From stunning Buddhist sculptures to intricate calligraphy, this is your chance to witness 130 designated National Treasures of Japan all in one place.
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Himeji Yukata Festival
Join the locals dressed in yukata (light cotton summer robes) and hit the food stalls.
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Nagano Lily of the Valley Festival
Breathe in the cool mountain air and the sweet scent of 1.2 million lilies of the valley.
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Dorsett by Agora Osaka Sakai
Dorsett by Agora Osaka Sakai showcases the beauty of Sakai. Easy transport links to Namba and beyond.
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RIHGA Royal Hotel Osaka
Luxury-lite, done right, on the river. One of the most comfortable beds we've ever slept in.
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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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Brunch at Nishiki Market in Kyoto
Start your day the right way -- with a delicious brunch in "Kyoto's kitchen", also known as …
KyotoExperience Tea Ceremony in Kyoto
Dive into Japanese history with a traditional tea ceremony, together with a visit to Byōdōin …
KyotoGo Bar Hopping in Osaka [With Full Dinner]
Spend an evening exploring the bars in Osaka's popular nightlife district of Namba. Sample …
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