Skipping Hiroshima’s most famous food brought us to a place that both is and isn’t representative of the city.
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Free to visit, this huge rooftop is one of the best places to take a break from the chaos of the city.
Traditional accommodation in Tokyo’s ritzy Minato Ward doesn’t get much cheaper than this…but there’s a catch.
Created completely by nature, this is a hidden gem you won’t want to miss during your Japan travels.
Go Hatori tests the limits of his wallet by visiting Cambodia’s Angkor Wat via Thailand over three nights and four days.
Hardly anyone stays in Nara while traveling, but this hotel shows how they’re missing out.
Three Japanese companies are working together to help show the importance of a good night’s sleep. Read More
Why aren’t Japanese locals more bothered about this common complaint from overseas visitors?
The vibe around Shibuya is tense right now, as the city attempts to abolish “the craziest Halloween in the world”.
The restaurant’s gourmet image and proximity to the ocean gave us high expectations for freshness and flavor.
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