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Enjoy glamping among blossoms, soaking in herbal hot springs, and shooting virtual dinosaurs hiding among the trees on your next weekend away.
“The Beginning of Kawaii” exhibition explores the backstories of famous Sanrio characters and more.
Diehard lovers of Japan’s infamous fermented soy beans can now get a glimpse of the sticky production process.
One of Japan’s three most beautiful gardens gets even more beautiful with special ume illumination event.
Ibaraki’s first Foreign Resident Happiness Index finds some surprising variety in its three subcategories.
A new flexible learning-based high school program allows students to pursue their passions in preparation for careers in the gaming industry.
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Major Japanese hotel chain says reservations via overseas booking sites may not be valid
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