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A visit to the Setouchi Triennale

A two-day trip to three of the festival's featured islands

The stunning landscapes of Japan’s largest active volcano

A two day trip to Kyushu's Mount Aso with Kamenoi Hotels

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Island Hopping in Hiroshima

A 4-day trip exploring Hiroshima Prefecture

Simple Guide for the 2025 Osaka Expo

Beginner’s guide to Boat Race

The basics and rules of a unique Japanese sport

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Climbing Mount Fuji in 2025 comes with new rules!

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Walking the Kumano Kodo and where to stay

A 2-day itinerary based in Katsuura

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How to ride the bullet train with a mobile ticket

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After the Earthquake: Travelling on the Noto Peninsula

We loved Naoshima’s new art museum, opened on May 31