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Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowds in Tokyo’s Asakusa neighborhood?
The 10 best day trips from downtown Tokyo【Survey】
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Tokyo event lets you travel back in time, for free, to celebrate 100 years since Showa era start
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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】
The top 10 annoying foreign tourist behaviors on trains, as chosen by Japanese people【Survey】
No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
Starbucks Japan reveals new sakura drinkware collection, inspired by evening cherry blossoms
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Tokyo adding new anti-littering fines in Shibuya and Harajuku, will require more trash cans too
We travel to a mysterious power spot in Okinawa, where a “heart rock” floats in the sea
Is this Japan’s best hotel breakfast buffet? With unlimited beer and steak, it’s hard to say no
Lawson debuts new fried chicken so let’s see how it compares to other stores
Studio Ghibli releases new anime calendars for 2026 with heartwarming fan service
Japan’s 160-year-old Great Wisteria of Tochigi is now in full bloom, ready for visitors【Photos】
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