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What’s at the top of this giant escalator in Japan?

A chance discovery leads to a surprise at the end of the tunnel.  

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Japan travel warning: Buses can and will leave you behind at highway rests stops if you’re late

Japan’s long-haul buses can be a convenient, economical way to get around Japan, as long as you’re punctual.

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The Ferris wheel at this Japanese highway oasis is scarier than it looks

Some special parking areas in Japan have more thrills to offer than luxury high-tech toilets.  

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The reasons why Japanese highway rest stops have angled parking

Clever design is a literal lifesaver. 

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Japanese toilet thrills motorsports fans at Suzuka F1 racing circuit highway service area【Video】

Pull in and surround yourself with the sights and sounds of racing cars at this very unique pit stop. 

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Rural Rest Stop Aims to be the Premier Location for Jet Black Food

Rest stops in Japan tend to be a little different from their western counterparts.  Aside from offering drivers a chance to stretch their legs and powder their noses, they often offer unique goods characteristic of the area.  Sometimes the rest stops are even the final destinations for summer road trips.

A perfect example of a unique rest stop is the Ranzan Parking Area (RPA) in Saitama prefecture along the Kanetsu Expressway.  Here you can get your hands on two specialty dishes, ice cream and curry, both black as midnight.

And before you say it: no, neither dishes use squid ink.

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