With spectacular views both day and night, you’ll definitely want to add this destination to your itinerary for your next trip to Japan.
Oona McGee
Half-Japanese Oona McGee hails from Sydney, Australia, where she worked as a journalist and copywriter before making the move to Japan over a decade ago. Now she spends her days exploring the streets of Tokyo with her laptop and camera, always in search of new cafes, restaurants, events and stories to share with our readers. As an experienced food and travel reporter, Oona has travelled extensively through all 47 prefectures of Japan, and is constantly researching new destinations and drawing up itineraries for her next adventure.
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Even the pet’s owner was surprised to look down and see the cat become part of the environment like this.
The gold prize is part of a new campaign that involves searching for clues left by a yellow-suited “Nugget Thief” at stores around the country.
Say hello to summer with the sweet tang of a new cheesecake McFlurry made with a very special Japanese citrus fruit.
Coca-Cola claims its new drink will reduce stress and anxiety while promoting drowsiness and restful sleep, but does it deliver on its promise?
Power up your wardrobe with a pair of collared sailor style Japanese uniforms wrapped around your ankles.
Create your own personalised postcards for as little as 18 cents each at 7-Eleven convenience stores in Japan.
There’s no better way to look after the roads than with built-in protection from one of Japan’s most revered deities.
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