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Japan is a land where timeless tradition meets cutting-edge innovation, creating a rich tapestry of culture and history. From bustling cities and futuristic marvels to serene natural landscapes and ancient temples, Japan captivates at every turn.

So, whether you're planning a trip or simply exploring its wonders from afar, we have you covered with expert tips, inspiring insights, and recommendations to help you uncover the magic of Japan.

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The Ultimate Hiroshima Day Trip: Top Attractions, Local Cuisine, and Travel Tips

18 Feb 2025
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Expo 2025, Osaka, Kansai, Japan
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EXPO 2025: What Travellers Need to Know

13 Feb 2025 (Updated)
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Tokyo during cherry blossom season, Japan

The Official Japan Cherry Blossom Forecast for 2025

10 Feb 2025 (Updated)
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Experiencing Hokkaido in Winter: What to Know About Visiting Japan's North

28 Jan 2025
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Japan Holidays 2025: What You Need to Know for Your Trip

21 Jan 2025
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The Ultimate Kyoto 3 Day Itinerary: Explore Temples, Gardens, and Culture

20 Dec 2024
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Japan in Spring: How to Enjoy Cherry Blossoms, Festivals and More

18 Dec 2024 (Updated)
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train in Japan during Sakura
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The Japan Rail Pass: What You Need to Know

06 Dec 2024
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Happy woman in summer at Mount Fuji, Japan

Solo Trips to Japan: Tips for Travelling

05 Nov 2024
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The Official Japan Autumn Leaves Forecast 2024

30 Oct 2024
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Japan in Autumn, garden
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How to Decide the Best Time of Year to Visit Japan

29 Oct 2024
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Exploring the Nature of Japan: 14 Natural Wonders

15 Oct 2024
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Japan’s Art Island: How to Make the Most of Naoshima

01 Oct 2024
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Top 5 Day Trips from Kyoto

24 Sep 2024
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The Ultimate Guide to Gluten-Free Restaurants in Japan

17 Sep 2024
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Gluten-Free Food in Japan: A Comprehensive Guide

10 Sep 2024
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Lady walking through arashiyama bamboo forest, Kyoto, Japan

The Ultimate Travel Itinerary: Japan, 10 Days

23 Aug 2024
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Top 5 International Restaurants in Tokyo

13 Aug 2024
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The #1 Ski Resort in Japan: Niseko

06 Aug 2024
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Japan Holidays 2024: What You Need to Know for Your Visit

16 Jul 2024
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Eating Your Way Through Chinatown, Yokohama

09 Jul 2024
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The Ultimate Guide to Autumn in Japan: Everything You Need to Know

03 Jul 2024
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How to Enjoy Japanese Onsen as a Couple

25 Jun 2024
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5 (Awesome) Reasons to Include Okinawa in Your Trip to Japan

06 Jun 2024
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Top 5 Day Trips from Tokyo

04 Jun 2024
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Family Holiday in Japan: Everything You Need to Know to Plan the Perfect Trip

21 May 2024
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Top 5 Enlightening Japanese Gardens

14 May 2024
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10 Meaningful Souvenirs to Get in Japan

07 May 2024
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A Tour of Tokyo's Public Toilets From the Movie "Perfect Days"

30 Apr 2024
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Pocket Wi-Fi vs. eSIM for Japan Travel: Which One is Better?

23 Apr 2024
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Ikigai: The Japanese Secret for a More Meaningful Life

09 Apr 2024
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5 Reasons Why You Should Choose a Deluxe Group Tour with Japanspecialist

02 Apr 2024
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Explore More of Japan with Regional Passes

26 Mar 2024
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Summer in Japan Travel Guide: Festivals, Activities, Food & Tips

19 Mar 2024
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Exploring the Endless Green Hills of Active Mt. Aso

12 Mar 2024
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Exploring Hamamatsu City: Where Music and the Sea Meet

03 Mar 2024
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Top 5 Mountain Experiences of Japan

20 Feb 2024
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A Night Out in Tokyo: Top Spots for Live Music

13 Feb 2024
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5 Alternative Towns to Crowded Kyoto

30 Jan 2024
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Atami: Izu’s Seaside Gateway of Beaches and Hot Springs

23 Jan 2024
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Onomichi: The Seaside Mountain Town of Friendly Felines and Savoury Soup

09 Jan 2024
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Follow the Way of the Samurai in Aizuwakamatsu

26 Dec 2023
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The Best Romantic Restaurants and Bars in Tokyo for Couples

19 Dec 2023
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The 5 Most Luxurious Onsen Hotels in Hakone

13 Dec 2023
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Korean girl dressed in hanbok under the cherry blossoms, South Korea

5 Reasons Why Japan and South Korea Should Be Your Next Travel Destinations

05 Dec 2023
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Are You Tattooed? Here’s How to Enjoy Hot Springs in Japan

28 Nov 2023
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Top Studio Ghibli Spots Around Japan

21 Nov 2023
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The Ultimate Guide to Japanese Food: A Culinary Journey

14 Nov 2023
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Ise: To the Origin of Shinto

14 Nov 2023
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Ichiran vs. Ippudo: Choosing Between Fukuoka Ramen Dynasties

07 Nov 2023
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Eating Your Way Through Tokyo’s Koreatown

31 Oct 2023
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Hiroshima’s Party Grid: A Night Out in Nagarekawa

24 Oct 2023
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Yamadera

Spiritual Workout: A Hike to Yamadera

17 Oct 2023
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Two days in Nara

Two Days in Nara

10 Oct 2023
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Exploring Kanazawa's Cultural Treasures

Exploring Kanazawa's Cultural Treasures: A Weekend Wanderer's Guide

03 Oct 2023
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National Museum, Tokyo

Tokyo's Family-Friendly Museums: 5 Places Where Fun Meets Learning

26 Sep 2023
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Karuizawa

Love in the Air: Exploring the Romance of Karuizawa

19 Sep 2023
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Japan's Winter Magic

Japan Winter Magic: An Insider's Guide on How to Enjoy the Best Winter Experiences

05 Sep 2023
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5 Romantic and Peaceful Honeymoon Spots in Japan

15 Aug 2023
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Young people having fun on a fast-paced roller coaster

5 Fun Theme Parks to Visit in Japan

08 Aug 2023
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Japan Rail Pass 2023

Navigating the Japan Rail Pass in 2023: What Travellers Need to Know

07 Aug 2023
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Nikko: An Autumn Paradise Close to Tokyo

01 Aug 2023
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Why Hokkaido Makes the Perfect Summer Japan Trip

25 Jul 2023
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Young Asian female farmer holding large basket of vegetables

How to Survive Japan as a Vegetarian

18 Jul 2023
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How People Celebrate Christmas in Japan

How People Celebrate Christmas in Japan

11 Jul 2023
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A ramen chef making soup in a kitchen

5 Must-Visit Tokyo Chain Restaurants

04 Jul 2023
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Lady in kimono looking at pink cherry blossoms in Japan

How to Really Celebrate Japan’s Cherry Blossom Season

27 Jun 2023
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Women in yukata watching fireworks in summer

10 Fun Things to Do in Japan in the Summer

20 Jun 2023
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10 Most Magical Places to See Snow in Japan

13 Jun 2023
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Woman packing yellow shirt into a summery suitcase for a Japan trip

What to Pack for Japan: Clothes and Essentials by Season

06 Jun 2023
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Visiting Japan Without Speaking Japanese

30 May 2023
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The Ryokan Etiquette: How to Enjoy Traditional Japanese Inns

23 May 2023
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Everything You Need to Know About Japan’s Shinkansen Bullet Trains

16 May 2023
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Top 5 Must-See World Heritage Sites of Japan

09 May 2023
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Exploring Shimane Prefecture: Top Spots Around Lake Shinji

25 Apr 2023
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Did you like Your Name? Here is your bucket list in Japan!

25 Apr 2023
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Airplane at sunset on runway in airport

Haneda vs. Narita: Which Japan Airport Should You Fly To?

11 Apr 2023
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Chiba Prefecture Has More than Disneyland to Offer

04 Apr 2023
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The Japanese Train Experience: Ride the Shinkansen Like a Local!

28 Mar 2023
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The Wisteria Garden of Kawachi

The Wisteria Garden of Kawachi: A Day Trip for Couples

21 Mar 2023
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Okonomiyaki
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10 Most Popular Foods to Eat in Japan & How to Find Them

14 Mar 2023
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: Traditional style huts of Shirakawa-go and Gokayama, view of the sunset, Japan, Winter

Experience Old Japan by Staying the Night in Gokayama

07 Mar 2023
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Details of the roof of a temple, Japan

Spending a Night in a Japanese Temple: What to Expect

14 Feb 2023
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Top 5 Amazing Animal Experiences of Japan 

07 Feb 2023
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silhouette of romantic lovers with tokyo tower in japan with sunset 

Top 5 Most Romantic Places to Honeymoon in Japan

31 Jan 2023
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Japanese Buddhist Monk back view

Guilt-Free Drinks at Vowz Bar

24 Jan 2023
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In the hall room Illuminated ice cave with tourist at Snow Festival Sapporo, Hokkaido, japan

Yuki Matsuri in Hokkaido: Snow at Its Best

17 Jan 2023
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Exploring Mount Koya: The Centre of Japanese Buddhism

10 Jan 2023
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White Egret Castle is nickname of Himeji castle, the great castle in Hyogo, Japan
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Top 5 Castle Stops Along the Shinkansen Line

03 Jan 2023
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A man standing at red Torii gate of Hakone shintu shrine located on lake Ashi, Japan

Hakone: A Mountainous Hot Spring Paradise Near Tokyo

27 Dec 2022
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Himeji, Japan at Himeji Castle in spring season

Top 5 Cherry Blossom Spots Around Japan 

20 Dec 2022
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Long bridge in Seto Inland Sea, Japan

Touring Shikoku by Car: The Experience You Didn’t Know You Needed

13 Dec 2022
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Ginzan Onsen: The Winter Escape We’re Dreaming Of

29 Nov 2022
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Sumo wrestlers fighting, Tokyo

Retired Sumo Hakuho Breaks 5 Guinness World Records

29 Nov 2022
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Japanese Matcha tea ceremony

Fancy a Cup of Japanese Green Tea? Try Uji!

29 Nov 2022
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Jogakura Bridge in Aomori Prefecture with Autumn Leaves background. A wonderful view of Jyogakura-keiryu Stream, a famous place in the Towada-hachimantai National Park

Autumn-Leaf Hunting in Tohoku

29 Nov 2022
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