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Tokyo train little luxury showdown – Green Car vs. Kaiji, which is more comfortable?
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Foreigners accounting for over 80 percent of off-course skiers needing rescue in Japan’s Hokkaido
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Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
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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
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
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
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Prominent boob-centric manga artist shocks fans by revealing she’s a beautiful buxom woman
New zombie ship sets sail in Japan, includes Shinkansen tickets and all-you-can-eat sushi
Shizuoka hot springs town invites you to see one of the longest hina doll displays in Japan
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Shibuya Station’s Hachiko Gate and Yamanote Line stairway locations change next month
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