February 27th
Chill Out in Kochi, Shikoku’s Southern City
It’s compact and charming, and the palm-tree flanked boulevards add to Kochi's chilled-out vibe.
A Cheapo's guide to Things to Do in Tokyo
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February 12th
Hot Baths and Timeless Traditions in Naruko Onsen
The tiny mountain town in Miyagi Prefecture that you never knew you needed to visit.
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January 20th
SponsoredTop 5 Things to Do in Oita Prefecture
Oita Prefecture is perfect for those who love hot springs, the outdoors and adventure.
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January 17th
Yamagata’s Sacred Mountain Temple: 1000 Steps to Serenity
Pay a visit and you'll see why the temple's been designated a Place of Scenic Beauty.
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December 6th
SponsoredOkayama: Bridging the Crimson Past and the Indigo Blue Present of Japan
If you are looking to experience “real Japan,” Okayama is a destination that warrants slowing things down and exploring […]
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November 28th
Shop ‘Til You Drop at These 4 Osaka Outlet Malls
For a nice cheapo day of retail therapy, try one of these outlet malls in Osaka and let the bargain-hunting begin!
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November 21st
Back in Time at Gokayama’s UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Villages
Step back in time at the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage thatch-roof villages of Gokayama in Toyama Prefecture.
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November 8th
SponsoredTakehara and Saijo: Drinking in the History of Hiroshima One Cup at a Time
akehara and Saijo in Hiroshima prove to be 2 great destinations for trying premium sake—and getting a taste of […]
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October 26th
A Guide to Monkeying Around at Takasakiyama Monkey Park
Visit Takasakiyama Monkey Park in Kyushu where you'll find one of the largest groups of monkeys in the world.
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October 18th
Cat Island in Kyushu: A Guide to Visiting Ainoshima Island
A practical guide to getting to and exploring Ainoshima, aka Cat Island.
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October 5th
Infographic: Japan Autumn Leaves Forecast 2017
Fall is here! Catch the gorgeous transformation across the country.
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October 3rd
Takao’s Secrets: Going for a Hike in Western Kyoto
Go climb some mountains (and see some temples) in Kansai this autumn!
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October 3rd
Opening the Gates of Kyoto’s Imperial Palace
Take advantage of the special opening of the Kyoto Imperial Palace to the public this autumn!
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September 20th
Mount Osore: Visions of Heaven and Hell at Fear Mountain
A stunning and mysterious place with contrasting "heaven and hell" views thanks to the lush greens and a volcanic landscape.
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September 20th
Desert Adventures: Visiting Japan’s Tottori Sand Dunes
Make your visit even more special by paragliding, sandboarding or going for a camel ride.
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September 4th
The Lowdown on Flying a Drone in Japan
Read this before you send your winged camera into the skies.
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August 28th
Japan by Prefecture: The Kansai Region
So for a window into old Japan, with the bright lights only a train ride away, Kansai is its own special piece of Japan […]
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August 10th
10th Anniversary Yōkai Train Event in Kyoto
Dress spooky and join other passengers on the Kyoto Yokai (Ghost) Train Event —and get a discount on your travels while […]
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July 26th
Celebrating the REAL Tanabata in Kyoto
Tanabata: A Love Story You may think that Tanabata only occurs on the memorable date of 7/7 (July 7th). But the Tanabata […]
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July 20th
Shopping Sprees and Foodie Feasts in Japan’s Koreatowns
Visit Koreatown in Osaka or Tokyo for food, shopping and cosmetics!
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July 20th
Japan’s Great Outdoors: Exploring Hokkaido’s Natural Beauty
Hokkaido and nature are practically synonymous - read our guide on various outdoor activities and plan your own Hokkaido […]
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July 12th
5 Places in Japan You Should Not Visit … Unless You Bring Spare Underwear
5 of the scariest places in Japan that are not for the faint of heart—abandoned schoolhouses, hallucinations and other […]
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July 4th
Geisha Beer Gardens in Kyoto
A rare chance to spend an evening with geisha without having to pay a hefty sum.
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June 30th
Escaping from Japan’s Alcatraz: Abashiri Prison
Abashiri was the perfect location for a prison from which it was near to impossible to escape. See what life was like […]