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Experiencing Chichibu and Nagatoro

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Exploring Tomonoura, a historical port town

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A long awaited expansion to Tokyo’s largest fish market

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Embark on a culinary journey through 3 untamed corners of Japan

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An overnight getaway to peaceful Izu

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Bullet train network to be expanded on March 16

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Japan’s new tallest building opens in Tokyo

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A local’s guide to the Tama region in western Tokyo

Hiking, fishing and camping about an hour from central Tokyo

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Cherry blossom spots in and around Nagoya

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The beauty of Bizen ware

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Preview of the Japan Mobility Show

Automotive show running from Oct 28 till Nov 5

October 26, 2023

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Sake brewery hopping in Kobe

How to experience the sake breweries in the Nadagogo district

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Toranomon Hills completed in central Tokyo

Complex of four skyscrapers fully opened on October 6

October 16, 2023

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Autumn tours with Akita dogs in northern Japan

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Alternatives to the Japan Rail Pass

Options after the pass’ massive price increase

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Musashi Japan - Crafting Elegance and Sustainability in the heart of Asakusa

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Shibuya in the Breeze: Open-Top Bus Tour Highlights

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Japan’s hottest outdoor activity reopens

September 20, 2023

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Best castles of Japan

A list of the best feudal castles in Japan

September 14, 2023

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Walking the Shin-etsu Trail: Part 1

From Mount Madarao to Wakui Village

September 6, 2023

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Taking the JR Koumi Line in the Yatsugatake Highlands

A solo day trip visiting a star-shaped fort and a radio observatory by train

August 27, 2023

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Hokusai art and chestnuts in Obuse

Quaint town 30 minutes from Nagano and the Snow Monkeys

August 7, 2023

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Details for Japan Rail Pass price increase released

July 26, 2023

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A Stroll Through Tochigi City

July 24, 2023

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A first timer’s 3-day tour of Iwate

Scenic spots, hot springs and local traditions two hours from Tokyo

July 14, 2023

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Far Flung: Jogashima Island

A wild and rugged island close to Tokyo known for its tuna

July 6, 2023

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Twelve years after the tsunami

Open-ended series to document the recovery of the tsunami-hit coast

June 25, 2023

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Harry Potter Studio Tour Tokyo opened June 16

A preview of the facility before it officially opened

June 15, 2023

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Try our new interactive map for regional rail passes

June 9, 2023

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From Mount Jinba to Mount Takao

Four summits in one challenging full-day hike from Tokyo

June 1, 2023

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The Spirit of Hiroshima - a 3-day trip

Sea views, sake and spirituality on a trip to Hiroshima Prefecture

May 22, 2023

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What’s new in Kyushu

Introducing new spots that opened during the past couple of years

May 8, 2023

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Top 5 Hiroshima

Our recommended spots to visit

May 1, 2023

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A visit to Kabukicho Tower, a new skyscraper in Shinjuku

April 25, 2023

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1 day Tokyo on foot

A walking itinerary from Shinjuku to Harajuku

April 10, 2023

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Sightseeing and sake in Kobe

An overnight trip staying at the Kobe Meriken Park Oriental Hotel

April 3, 2023

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Using Hankyu Railway to visit Kyoto and Kobe from Osaka

Riding the ‘'paradise’' train between Osaka and Kyoto

March 30, 2023

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A solo day trip one hour from Tokyo

Visiting coastal spots in Ibaraki by train and bus

March 24, 2023

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Scenic destinations not far from Tokyo

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Wellness, culture and vegan cuisine in Hitoyoshi

A two-day trip in Kyushu’s valley of the crescent moon

March 14, 2023

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Art island in Osaka

Art, heritage and culture on Nakanoshima Island

March 9, 2023

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Haruka airport trains to stop at Osaka Station from March 18

New underground platforms open at Osaka Station

March 2, 2023

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Culture tour through shopping in Osaka

A 1-day walking tour of Namba

February 26, 2023

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In the footsteps of samurai warlords

A 3-day trip to Gifu Prefecture

February 22, 2023

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Tokyo offers free online travel consultation

A free online service provided by the Tokyo Tourist Information Center

February 14, 2023

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Haneda Airport Garden opens after Corona delays

A new complex serving international passengers at Haneda terminal 3

February 10, 2023

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Rice, sake and cuisine in Itoigawa

A one-day trip to Japan’s Jade Coast

February 6, 2023

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A visit to the Murakami Haruki Library

Literature meets high-concept design at Tokyo’s Waseda University

February 2, 2023

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From Kansai to Kochi: The No-Car Needed Guide to the Heart of Shikoku

January 29, 2023

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Upopoy - the best place to experience Ainu culture

A visit to Japan’s northernmost national museum

January 25, 2023

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A Journey through Japanese Baseball History: The Hanshin Koshien Stadium Museum

January 21, 2023

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Rustic and Traditional Japan in Niigata

3-day trip from Tokyo

January 13, 2023

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What’s new around Osaka and Kyoto

Introducing new spots that opened during the past couple of years

January 9, 2023

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Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine and Its Cultural Landscape

A fortuitous mine blessed by its history of volcanic activity

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