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A journey to the seaside towns of Hiroshima

3 days along the coast exploring quiet towns and islands

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Contemporary art festival opening April 18

Exploring Obama Port Town and its Mackerel Road

Koenji, an arty enclave in west Tokyo

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Getting More Out of Fukuoka’s Food Culture

Two days visiting central and rural Fukuoka

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A look at the Osaka expo site ahead of its opening

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Luxury getaway to Iseshima by train

2 day trip sightseeing in the Shima Peninsula and Ise Jingu

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Food and Culture in Hiroshima

Exploring Hiroshima’s food and culture

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The hells of Beppu Onsen

A relaxing 2-days in Japan’s best loved hot spring resort

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Hachijojima, one of Tokyo’s farthest islands

Whales, hiking and island cuisine