Crafts, private art viewings, private lectures, exclusive tea tastings…you’ll want to do it all!
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Hokkaido Kaitaku no Mura is a golden opportunity to explore Japanese history and earn some otaku cred.
The once ubiquitous promotional tool snuffed out like a… What do you call those stick thingies again?
With lots of tour-like features and educational experiences, you’ll learn a lot and have fun, too!
Urashima Taro spent centuries at the sea dragon’s palace at the bottom of the ocean, but this Nagano temple says it’s where the story ends.
The historical reason this shrine in the heart of the city is becoming a must-visit for idol fans.
Does this mean the priest’s purification ritual has placated the beast? Or is it an omen of something else to come?
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We deeply regret going into this tunnel on our walk in the mountains of Japan
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Major Japanese hotel chain says reservations via overseas booking sites may not be valid
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The top 10 annoying foreign tourist behaviors on trains, as chosen by Japanese people【Survey】
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Dagashiya Ahiru Shop is a hidden gem for Japanese snacks lovers
Studio Ghibli mixes with sporty street styles of New Era to put No Face on your head in cap series
Miffy Cafe in Shibuya looks so deliciously cute we could eat it right up 【Pics】
KanColle? More like ManColle as real Japanese men parody anime opening 【Video】
Top 30 tourist sites in Japan: the most popular sightseeing spots for overseas visitors
Starbucks Japan unveils new S’mores Frappuccino and latte for Christmas 2025
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All aboard the Rei Ayanami Line! Nagoya train line gets makeover to celebrate final EVA film
Japan considering raising international traveler departure tax even more than previously reported
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We visit the full-scale Evangelion statue in Kyoto and particularly delight in the food tie-ins
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