Survey says one in two foreigners have been bummed out by meeting Japanese people with bad breath.
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We join the festivities at Suga Shrine, made famous as one of the real-life locations from the hit anime film Your Name.
One of the most unusual stations in the country, where you’re not allowed to exit the station, but you can visit a secret park by the platform.
Japan’s cute character queen teams up with the coolest way to see downtown Tokyo’s most traditional neighborhood.
Music-themed restaurant doesn’t want to rock the boat and instead incorporates local cultural into its design and food items.
Bring the taste of Japan back home with you by learning to make your favorite Japanese food from the people who know it best.
This uniform will keep you cool and comfortable like a Japanese shadow warrior from the Edo period.
Toki no Yoake Monogatari lets you enjoy the ride as you travel off the Shinkansen-beaten path.
Come hungry for this list of the most delicious things to eat in the most palate-pleasing prefectures of Japan.
Increasing numbers of the nationally protected species are being affected by plastic bag consumption.
There are benefits to wearing a kimono while sightseeing in Tokyo, even if you’re travelling alone.
With tatami mats, noren curtains and a zen garden, this is one of the most stunning and affordable ways to travel in Japan.
Stunning exploration game lets you walk at your own pace, take photos with an in-game camera, and discover hidden areas without the crowds.
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Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
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