In-depth guides and local insights from our team in Japan.
In this article: Introduction Harajuku confuses people who expect a single vibe. Step out of the station toward Takeshita Street and it...
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In this article: Introduction The mistake most visitors make with Tokyo shopping is treating it as one activity. The city rewards the...
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In this article: The Original Twelve Surviving Castles Here is the fact that reframes castle-visiting in Japan: of the country’s many castles,...
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In this article: Honoring History at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park Most visitors come to Hiroshima for one reason first, and it...
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In this article: Sacred Peaks and Alpine Paradises Mountains define Japan — they cover most of its land and much of its...
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In this article: Kanazawa’s Iconic Historic Landmarks Kanazawa grew rich under the Maeda clan, the second most powerful feudal family in Japan,...
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In this article: Winter Wonders: Powder Snow and Ice Sculptures Hokkaido’s winter is why many travellers make the trip, and it deserves...
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In this article: Reaching and Navigating the Mountain Town Hakone works best when you treat the transport as part of the sightseeing,...
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In this article: Iconic Coastal Drives and Breathtaking Viewpoints Okinawa is a driving destination first. The main island stretches long and narrow,...
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