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Beyond Tokyo’s 23 Wards: Exploring West Tokyo and its Remote Islands
Tokyo is far more expansive than what you can see from atop of one of its many skyscrapers—even on the clearest day.
By Johannes Schonherr 6 min read
Exploring Koyasan, Japan’s Most Holy Town
Don’t call it Mount Koya. This sacred complex in Wakayama Prefecture is much more than just a mountain.
GaijinPot’s Guide to Go To Travel
Everything to catch you up to speed on Japan's domestic travel campaign.
How Discovering Meditation in Japan Helped Me Find Peace
Chronicles of a turbulent meditator and where you can try it for yourself.
List of Canceled Events in Japan Due to the Coronavirus
The Yokohama Pikachu Outbreak and Aomori Nebuta Festival have been canceled for 2020 while the Edo River Fireworks have been postponed.
Reflections of Tokyo During the COVID-19 Pandemic, a Photo Essay
Have you ever seen Asakusa this empty?
Mount Fuji Closed for 2020 Climbing Season
You’ll have to take the climb off your bucket list this year, but don’t worry, you can be better prepared for next year.
GaijinPot’s 2020 Cherry Blossom Contest Winner and Top 10 Photos
And the #gaijinpotsakura2020 grand prize goes to...
Why You Shouldn’t Go to an Animal Cafe in Japan
Visiting a cat cafe in Japan is a bucket list item for many tourists, but the animal cruelty that goes on behind closed doors should give you pause.
Tokyo Rainbow Pride 2020 Moves Online with Pride from Home Hashtag and Live Streams
A look back at photos from previous years and how Japan's LGBT community is sharing their pride with #おうちでプライド.
10 Ways to Experience Japan From Home
Immerse yourself in everything Japanese while quarantined with movies, whisky, and Japan wanderlust photos.
Learning the Way of the Monks in Wakayama Prefecture
Even if you’re not the spiritual type, hiking the Kumano Kodo and staying with the monks of Mount Koya is a fulfilling experience.
