We cover everything from lockers to local delicacies, for a more enjoyable experience.
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Let your hunger guide you — with a few tips from our own adventures up north.
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Guide to Shimane: Japan’s Spiritual Capital
Explore one of Japan's most quietly captivating regions.
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Shimane Itinerary: Of Gods, Ghosts, and Every Shade of Green
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Where To Find the Best Lavender Fields in Japan
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The Best Way To See the Kyoto Bamboo Forest
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Awestruck: 18 Natural Wonders To See in Japan
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Explore Amanohashidate — Kyoto’s Summer Getaway
This is one of Japan's "Three Great Views" — for good reason.
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July 2025: Top Summer Events Around Japan
Highlights include the Gion Festival in Kyoto and the Tenjin Festival in Osaka—two of Japan's most famous festivals.
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11 Best Summer Festivals and Events in Osaka
Water, light, and fierce love deities combine for a fantastic line-up.
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International Musicians Touring Japan in 2025 and 2026
The Smashing Pumpkins, Oasis, Lady Gaga, Billie Eilish—and more.
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10 Ways To Spend a Rainy Day in Osaka
Explore retro shopping streets, a legendary hot-spring theme park, and museums galore.
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New Shikoku Bus Pass Allows Discounted Travel
The highway-bus pass is available to non-Japanese passport holders.
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Events
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Sumiyoshi Festival
A purification ritual and portable shrine festival at Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine.
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Kyoto Honganji Temple Bon Dance
Modern music meets traditional at this Bon Odori dance just north of Kyoto Station.
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Okazaki Fireworks Festival
Enjoy one of the most beautiful and largest firework shows in all of Aichi.
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Tatemon Festival
The Tatemon Festival in Uozu, Toyama, showcases stunning lantern-lit floats, traditional music, and a community celebration, making it a must-visit summer event.
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Hotel Épinard Nasu
The Hotel Épinard Nasu is in the countryside, half an hour from Nasu Shiobara Station in Tochigi. A shuttle bus will transfer guests to the hotel from the station, and a direct shuttle is also available from Tokyo Station and Ikebukuro Station. …
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RIHGA Royal Hotel Osaka
Luxury-lite, done right, on the river. One of the most comfortable beds we've ever slept in.
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HOTEL MYSTAYS Sapporo Susukino
HOTEL MYSTAYS Sapporo Susukino is located in Sapporo's downtown area. It is ten minutes' walk from Susukino Subway Station, and just over an hour from New Chitose Airport by express train. The hotel is within walking distance of the urban oasis …
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Brunch at Nishiki Market in Kyoto
Start your day the right way -- with a delicious brunch in "Kyoto's kitchen", also known as …
KyotoExperience Tea Ceremony in Kyoto
Dive into Japanese history with a traditional tea ceremony, together with a visit to Byōdōin …
KyotoGo Bar Hopping in Osaka [With Full Dinner]
Spend an evening exploring the bars in Osaka's popular nightlife district of Namba. Sample …
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