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Surreal scenes of Nara’s giant Buddha statue getting its once-a-year cleaning from 170 people【Video】
Size difference makes human cleaners of the Daibutsu statue look like tiny little spirits.
This section of the gate is usually off-limits to tourists, but you can now view its hidden gems.
Heian Shrine, Nishiki Market, and more in the third part of our skip-the-bus route through Kyoto.
The strolling story continues as we leave Kiyomizudera Temple and head to Sannenzaka and Nene no Michi.
Maps and walking times for enjoying Kyoto’s beautiful historical sites while skipping its crazy-crowded buses.
Torinin’s natsu tsubaki are a symbol that beauty can be fleeting, which sometimes makes it all the more captivating.
Famous Asakusa tourist site has a very public place to pee…for those who know where to find it.
Murouji has a fascinating history, with stunning sights that’ll linger in your heart long after you visit.
Pilgrimage town of less than 3,000 residents received almost 1.4 million tourists last year.
Ominous eye and promise to “develop special abilities” leads to a hunt for clues around the city.
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Japanese avoiding domestic travel as foreign tourists increase, possibly creating vicious cycle
Tokyo zoo imposes one-minute time limit for viewing pandas, line still four hours long
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This hot springs town in Japan sets fire across a mountain every winter in a beautiful tradition
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Return of Totoro sequel short anime announced for Ghibli Park
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Real-world Nausicaa Ghibli anime glider completes its final flight in Japan【Video】
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?
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Nintendo’s Kirby now delivering orders at Kura Sushi restaurants, but not in Japan
Tokyo event lets you travel back in time, for free, to celebrate 100 years since Showa era start
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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
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More people in Japan quit sending New Year’s cards and many have started to regret it
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Shimane has a secret hot spring town that feels like stepping into an old Japanese film
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