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Pink sakura and baby blue eye flowers team up for gorgeous views at this seaside park in Japan【Pics】
Fukuoka isn’t particularly famous for its cherry blossoms, but these photos have us thinking it should be.
Temperatures dipped dramatically this week, transforming sakura spots into icy pink-tinged dreamworlds.
Japan’s most beloved flowers are often associated with April, but they’ll be at their most beautiful in Tokyo before that, says forecast.
Breathtaking images from a skilled photographer show that even one day in Japan’s former capitals is enough for unforgettable beauty.
The country’s symbol of spring is being spotted in mid-autumn, so we held a one-man sakura party to celebrate!
There’s no better time to come to Japan than fall, and no better way to spend your trip than by wandering through these crimson forests and gardens.
You know you’re in for a rough time when a storm freaks out someone who has literally seen all of the earth.
Appearance of frightening but beautiful Dragon’ Nest shows that summer isn’t ready to say good-bye just yet.
Mountain hiking trail looks as congested as any Tokyo-area expressway.
History buffs, nature fans, and Japanese culture enthusiasts will want to check out this island in the Sea of Japan.
On-camera reactions range from “yabai” to “seriously yabai.”
Kyoto has a heartbreaking message for visitors who carve graffiti on trees in the famous grove.
The care and patience given to the little duck family in the middle of downtown Tokyo is warming hearts around the country.
The often-overlooked Doto region of Japan’s northern island is off the beaten path, but should be on your itinerary.


















China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning seems to be affecting Osaka’s Namba and Dotonbori neighborhoods
Toyota City civil servant arrested for using government access to run a detective agency
Uniqlo Ukiyo-e Blue T-shirts: A cool-hued reinterpretation of some of Japan’s greatest paintings
Foreign driver’s license conversion test passes plummet from over 90% to 33% in Japan
Japan’s EF English Proficiency Index rank drops for 11th straight year, hits lowest ever
Japanese company selling bear-proof automatic doors
Major Japanese noodle chain is closing on Christmas Eve so workers can spend time with families
Viral 3D ice creams land in Japan… but are they worth the hype?
Studio Ghibli adds new Kiki’s Delivery Service music box to its anime merchandise shop in Japan
Hokkaido man found naked in laundromat in middle of the night
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Nintendo’s Kirby now delivering orders at Kura Sushi restaurants, but not in Japan
Japan considering raising international traveler departure tax even more than previously reported
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowds in Shibuya’s Don Quijote?
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowd sizes in Nara?
Studio Ghibli stamps lift your spirits with motivational phrases from Totoro
Japanese town suing resident for being a jerk
Is Kyoto less crowded with tourists after China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning?【Photos】
You can now buy a Japanese train station clock in Japan
Japanese police attempting to clamp down on “zombie cigarettes”
Starbucks Japan unveils new Christmas goods and a rhinestone tumbler that costs 19,500 yen
Real-world Nausicaa Ghibli anime glider completes its final flight in Japan【Video】
Brand-new Pokémon park opens in Japan with larger-than-life-size Lapras【Photos】
Japanese train company is letting fans buy its actual ticket gates for their homes
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】
Naturally brown-haired Osaka student sues government for forcing her to dye her hair black
Japanese government considering tripling departure taxes to combat overtourism
Unique inclined elevator in Japan leads to a town that inspired Studio Ghibli’s Spirited Away
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
Japan’s deadliest food claims more victims, but why do people keep eating it for New Year’s?
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
Japanese company selling bear-proof automatic doors
Major Japanese noodle chain is closing on Christmas Eve so workers can spend time with families
Viral 3D ice creams land in Japan… but are they worth the hype?
Studio Ghibli adds new Kiki’s Delivery Service music box to its anime merchandise shop in Japan
Hokkaido man found naked in laundromat in middle of the night
Are these normal Japanese things weird to you? 10 things that might surprise you when you visit Japan
We try eating nothing but emergency food rations for three progressively tougher days
Skip Tsukiji sushi?!? This seafood-stock ramen restaurant is a great reason to do just that
10 things one Japanese expat is always sure to stock up on when returning to Japan
Just when you thought you knew it all – 17 life-changing lessons learned in Japan
Popular Japanese ramen restaurant Ichiran’s lucky bags are great value for money
KFC Japan opens a Christmas restaurant in Tokyo…but why???