On-camera reactions range from “yabai” to “seriously yabai.”
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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.
Chichibugahama Beach looks like a Makoto Shinkai anime come to life, and is well worth a detour off the beaten travel path.
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Japanese proverb sternly reminds social media users about an often forgotten way in which cherry blossom trees are extremely delicate.
Tokyo college kid is ahead of the merchandising curve as he goes beyond itasha to show his love for this season’s hit camping anime.
Sakura season is coming to Japan much earlier than usual this year, and here’s when to expect them to be their most beautiful.
The new building is a feat of environmentally conscious engineering that will stand taller than Tokyo Tower.
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Voldemort, Donald Trump, and Johnny Depp are just some of the famous faces you’ll find at this one-of-a-kind museum.
Cinema fans might be reminded of a famous Ghibli anime and Godzilla film, but this is one time when real-life Japan is better than any movie magic.
Visitors are discovering that the “sea of trees” near Mt. Fuji is a wonderful place full of natural life.
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