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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.
Can the collective Internet come up with a possible solution, or just crack a bunch of monkey jokes?
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.
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Princess Mononoke magnets return just in time to treat yourself to awesome anime decorations
Umamusume anime girl plushie recalled for having parts she absolutely should not have【Pics】
Giant hotel rooms in Osaka reflect the new non-niche face of travel in Japan.
Japanese women showing rebounding interest in giving Valentine’s Day chocolate【Survey】
We ate sushi made from Japan’s most expensive tuna ever【Taste test】
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Disillusionment at Tsukiji’s tourist-target prices led us to a great ramen restaurant in Tokyo
Starbucks teams up with 166-year-old Kyoto doll maker for Year of the Horse decorations【Photos】
Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month- Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminating
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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
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】
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
Updated cherry blossom forecast shows extra-long sakura season for Japan this year
Human washing machine pods coming to Japanese hotels【Photos】
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New adults go wild at Seijinshiki Coming-of-Age ceremony in Kitakyushu, Japan 【Photos】
Tokyo Station staff share their top 10 favorite ekiben
Tokyo ramen restaurant’s brilliant idea: takeout cups of just ramen broth!【Photos】
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Senkoji: The Japanese temple that’s more like a theme park to heaven and hell
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Fewer ramen restaurants declare bankruptcy in Japan for first time in several years
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