While in Japan, you absolutely should visit Hiroshima’s Miyajima island, but while there, you definitely shouldn’t do this.
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One more reason to visit beautiful Kanagawa, just a 30-minute train ride from downtown Tokyo.
Towering snow sculptures pay homage to Final Fantasy and Osamu Tezuka’s beloved anime characters.
Thanks to several items outfitted with self-parking systems, we get a glimpse into the future of Japanese hospitality.
Locally-sourced ingredients served in dining area decorated with woven bamboo, stonework made with samurai-era techniques.
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Survey reveals foreign visitors of different nationalities have similar tastes when it comes to Japanese experiences, but not Japanese food.
Swish that camera around and take a virtual tour of famous sightseeing spots as if you were there, all in the comfort of your own home.
The unusual memo pad has become so popular it’s caused the maker’s online store to shut down.
For the next few months, Saga will be teaming up with Sagat and the rest of the Street Fighter II crew.
Ethereally romantic images remind us why a wintertime visit to a snow-covered onsen resort is extra special.
That Japanese Man Yuta explains why YouTube needs to take a stand against Paul’s disrespectful Japan videos.
Taking different amounts of stuff on your two flights across the Pacific? Mujirushi Ryohin is here to help.
Who needs the bullet train when you’re a fan with legs of steel?
Because when your name is the Hotel Mt. Fuji, you want your customers to be sure they’re going to see Japan’s most famous mountain.
Visitors are discovering that the “sea of trees” near Mt. Fuji is a wonderful place full of natural life.
Japan Railways is taking applications to experience the future of Japanese rail travel nearly a decade ahead of time.
TripAdvisor releases its rankings of the top 10 places to experience traditional Japanese accommodations during your stay in the country.
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