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4 Best Places to See Cherry Blossom in Wakayama
There are many great places to view cherry blossoms in Japan. The season usually starts in late March in the more southern regions of the country and rolls steadily north throughout spring, finishing up with lovely pink and white blossoms opening in early May in colder areas. Every Japanese region’s […]
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2-Week in Hokkaido Summer Itinerary
Packed with beautiful scenery, wildlife and food, Hokkaido is a place where you’ll find a lot of exciting things to do. Here, winter is magical, spring is spectacular, summer is full of surprises, and autumn is striking with foliage. As a tourist you won’t have any shortage of activities that […]
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7 Best Snow Festivals in Tohoku
Winter in Japan is a magical time. Snow is something special here. Just like the spring and summer blossoms and the fall leaves, the beauty of the snowy landscape is widely celebrated in Japan with unique snow festivals. These can be urban or rural, but everyone has a unique. Tohoku […]
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JR Yamanote Line | Tokyo Guide
One of the best ways to get around Japan is by train. The Japanese train system is one of the most advanced in the world and it is very tourist-friendly. If you’re starting out your trip to Japan in Tokyo, the biggest, busiest city in the country, it’s a good […]
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10 Best Places to Visit in Japan in Winter
Winter in Japan is the envy of the world. The country is home to some world-class snowfall and has hosted several Winter Olympic Games. As well as many great locations for winter sports, Japan has many unique artistic and cultural events centered around winter. Winter in Japan, especially in the […]
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10 Best Places to Visit in Hokkaido in December
If you want to experience the snow and witness some mind-boggling winter landscapes in December, try heading somewhere in the north of Japan. Will it be Hokkaido? December has come! Snow is falling on a regular basis in the region with the temperature dropping down to minus 6 degrees. That’s […]
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Hakuba in Winter | Ski Season 2021
Winter in Japan is a unique and magical experience. There’s plenty to see and do. If you’re an adventurous type, a trip out to a ski area might be perfect. Japan has some world-class ski resorts located in the Japanese Alps, a series of tall mountains that run through the […]
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6 Best Ski Resorts in Sapporo, Hokkaido
Sapporo is one of the best areas in Japan to enjoy skiing. Almost everyday in the season, fresh powder coats the slopes, making skiing and snowboarding easy and pleasant for every skill level and age. The area hosted the 1972 Winter Olympic Games for good reason and the snow in […]
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6-Day Hokkaido Itinerary Winter
Hokkaido, the northernmost island of Japan is a popular winter destination in the world. This beautiful island has a lot to offer you (budget and luxury tourists and everyone in between). According to my experience, Hokkaido is a paradise for nature and adventure seekers as you will find many hiking […]
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10 Famous Buddha Statues in Japan
Buddhism in Japan has a long and storied history. You can find some of the most spectacular and famous Buddha statues in Japan, often surrounded by incredible temples and breathtaking scenery. These Buddha statues are religious, cultural, and local touchstones. If you are in an area with one of Japan’s […]
