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Japan travel (Page 3)
While you’re rushing between Tokyo and Kyoto, don’t forget to take some time to stop and sip the tea.
Forecast shows you might need to move your cherry blossom plans in Japan up by a few days.
China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs says Japan has too many criminals and earthquakes to be safe for Chinese people.
No need to shove Heian Shrine into a crowded daytime itinerary while this breathtaking event is going on.
Grab your coat and scarf, we’re headed out to see the best cold-weather scenery east Japan has to offer!
We head to one of Japan’s top travel destinations to see the situation and take cafe recommendations from a deer.
Make a wish on not one but two little stars while you’re on vacation in western Tokyo this spring.
An unexpected encounter sends us on a journey to the other side of Japan, and into the past.
Major travel provider says that fewer international travelers will be coming to Japan in 2026, but they’ll be spending more.
Shinto shrine in Kyoto has become globally famous for its beauty, but inconsiderate visitors are ruining the view for everyone but themselves.
A list of Japan’s three-day weekends plus two vacation periods to dodge if you want to miss the crowds and high prices.
Novelist Osamu Dazai’s relocated house now invites visitors in to drink coffee, and disappear into books.
Extra-luxurious travel mode returning to Tokyo-Kyoto-Osaka bullet train route for first time in over two decades.
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Our Japanese reporter visits an American sushi restaurant in Japan
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Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
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Starbucks Japan closing only Shinkansen platform branch for popularity-triggered renovations
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Man bites woman at cherry blossom park in Japan, dies shortly after
Peanuts and Coke becomes a viral hit in Japan, but is it a trend worth joining?
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Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
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Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
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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
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
We deeply regret going into this tunnel on our walk in the mountains of Japan
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
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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Our Japanese reporter visits an American sushi restaurant in Japan
Tokyo turns its phone booths into free Wi-Fi hotspots, and here’s how to use them
New Travelling Bento pouches turn your luggage into a Japanese lunch box
Foreign man arrested for walking on Shinkansen tracks, claims he was on the run from yakuza
New 7-Eleven sandwich goes viral in Japan, but is it everything it’s cracked up to be?
Schoolkids learn life skills through shopping field trips at street markets in Kochi Prefecture
You can assemble a well-balanced team of Pokémon, them eat them, thanks to Japanese cake chain
Monster Hunter Rathalos cake available for pre-order, comes with Epitaph Knife and 49 res points
One Piece themed amusement park due to open in Tokyo this March
Learn Japanese through ridiculous manga: Two Piece 【Episode #1】
Real-life Demon Slayer? A visit to the legendary split boulder of Haban Shrine【Photos】
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