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This train station dungeon wants you to turn back at this point, but what happens if you go ahead?
Fukui doesn’t just have dinosaurs… but hey, come look at this cool dinosaur!
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Newly released design shows how the former station building will blend into a more modern landscape.
We all know Ryogoku is sacred ground for sumo wrestlers, but this is bordering on ridiculous!
Unusual design in Kansai is a clever example of thoughtful customer service, designed specifically with the user in mind.
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Ghibli Museum clock is now yours to take home with you
Step into Japanese culture with Converse’s new Japan-exclusive shoes featuring gods, sushi style
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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
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The top 10 annoying foreign tourist behaviors on trains, as chosen by Japanese people【Survey】
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