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5 Autumn Day Trips from Tokyo

Looking for a beautiful day trip this fall? Here are some of the best destinations that showcase Japan's autumn season and changing leaves.

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5 Animals Found Only In Japan and Where to See Them

Learn more about Japan's wildlife, from rare cats and wise goats to cute snowy birds and bathing monkeys.

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Creating Japanese Candy Art With a Professional Amezaiku Artist

Amezaiku is the traditional Japanese candy craft artistry. How hard can it be? Watch and find out.

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5 Spooky Sights in Shimane Prefecture

Fan of legends, scary stories and traveling off the beaten path? Test your courage by visiting these haunting destinations in Shimane Prefecture.

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5 Little-Known Destinations in Tottori

Hoping to visit some unique destinations away from the big city? Check out these sights in Japan’s most rural prefecture.

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Foraging in Japan: Where to Look and How to Get Started

Foraging can be a new and rewarding way to experience (and taste) Japan’s wilderness. Here are some of the best places to try it. 

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A Tour of Ancient Japan in Nara

Explore Japan’s earliest history in these impressive archaeological sites around Nara Prefecture.

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5 Lakes to Visit in Japan This Summer (or at Any Time)

Whether you plan to take a dip or simply enjoy the beautiful scenery, these five lakes in Japan deliver on all fronts (or shores). 

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Osaka on a Budget: 5 Cheap Eats in Dotonbori

Try inexpensive Osaka cuisine in the city’s most exciting district.

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48 Hours in Iya Valley

A guide through the breathtaking sights of Western Tokushima’s untouched Iya Valley

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5 Places In Japan You Are Not Allowed To Visit (And How to Still Enjoy Them)

The allure of the forbidden characterizes these five places that (mostly) do not allow visitors, but they can still be appreciated by curious minds.

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On the Road Again: Japan’s Rest Stops and Roadside Stations

Rest stops in Japan offer more than just parking and drinks machines. Find out why they make road-tripping around the Land of the Rising Sun so much fun.

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