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Japan’s former capital experiences a historic first as inbound travel boom continues and Japanese travelers avoid staying in the city.
Grab your umbrellas and get ready to see the silver/blue/purple/pink lining to Japan’s rainy season.
Bargains are getting harder to find, but this Fukuoka hotel still feels (and tastes) like a good deal.
With thousands of bushes to be enjoyed, these floral wonderlands are just waiting for you to stroll around them.
Here’s our parent-to-parent advice for anyone visiting the Expo with small children in tow.
This charming town on the Sea of Japan coast is a great place to dive into a local culinary culture without massive tourist crowds.
Less than an hour from downtown Tokyo, this neighborhood with a rich bonsai history is a beautiful spot for a little miniature tranquility.
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