When Japanese travelers go abroad, they’ll be taking some of the country’s most famous and beautiful examples of woodblock print artwork with them.
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“It was my first time visiting Japan, a place I had always wanted to see … I soon realised how lively and energetic this city really is.”
A Japanese photographer was fortunate enough to capture one of the most beautiful pictures of an airplane we’ve ever seen.
Taking a page from traditional artisans, these treats shine like gold near the Sea of Japan.
The internationally famous garden in Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka Prefecture is a must-see for everyone at least once in their lives.
This delicately crafted story is ideal for viewers who want to change themselves for the better but just need to take that daunting first step.
Traditionally given as engagement gifts, this art form goes back for centuries, and even today is perfect for when a simple card just won’t do!
Chinese cities shot in time-lapse and tilt-shift give a view of the most populated country in the world from a completely new angle.
You’re probably familiar with bonsai, but what exactly is its other traditional art form cousin, bonseki?
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Akita, one of Japan’s northernmost prefectures, is beautiful in summer. But as this video is about to show, it’s simply gorgeous in the winter.
Family and nature both feature prominently in this stirring glimpse of a day spent far away from the bright lights of Tokyo.
Even when their brief time comes to a close, the cherry blossoms continue to be breathtakingly beautiful.
A rose by any other name may smell as sweet, but a “flower” that’s actually a crepe tastes a lot better.
Tokyo would probably be one of the creepiest cities if it were abandoned and covered with fog.
Shift from folding paper to folding cloth to create beautiful hair ornaments, earrings, and decorations for any occasion.


















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Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminating
Princess Mononoke magnets return just in time to treat yourself to awesome anime decorations
Giant hotel rooms in Osaka reflect the new non-niche face of travel in Japan.
Japanese women showing rebounding interest in giving Valentine’s Day chocolate【Survey】
Umamusume anime girl plushie recalled for having parts she absolutely should not have【Pics】
What’s inside Starbucks Japan’s fukubukuro lucky bag for 2026?
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7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branches
Disillusionment at Tsukiji’s tourist-target prices led us to a great ramen restaurant in Tokyo
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Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
We deeply regret going into this tunnel on our walk in the mountains of Japan
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
Major Japanese hotel chain says reservations via overseas booking sites may not be valid
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
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Updated cherry blossom forecast shows extra-long sakura season for Japan this year
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Catbus Sandwich is even more awesome than it sounds, because it’s actually a cookie
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