Shirakawago Village: A Real Life Horror Anime

This is the creepiest yet most beautiful place I've ever visited..."Horror" in anime is a topic that is not often discussed by many fanatics of the medium, but

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Japan's Most Fascinating Ruins

Nestled deep in the mountains of Ehime prefecture (in the town of Besshi) is a relic of the Meiji-era Industrial Revolution in Japan

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Top 5 temples/shrines in Tokyo

So, you've done all your shopping in Tokyo and you're tired of the big malls and just need a nice place to relax and take in the culture of Japan. Well, when lo

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Ise Shima's Ama Divers

You may recognize Mie Prefecture as the home of Ise Jingu, Japan’s main Shinto shrine. But this year, the Ise Shima area is taking center stage and hosting the

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Run Tokyo: 6 of the best spots for seeing the city on two feet!

Planning a trip to the Land of the Rising Sun, and intending to fill up on all the tasty food this country has to offer? If you're trying to balance that with s

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Naruto Whirlpools - an amazing natural phenomenon

I experienced one natural wonder that I hadn't seen anywhere else in the world before on a road trip in Japan, and that is the Naruto Whirlpools.

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Story of the torii

Let's learn something about the Torii gates! You've probably seen them. You've probably passed through them!

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3 easy on-the-go snacks you can find at just about every convenience store!

Travel fuel is important - you want to have the energy to explore as much as possible, and what you consume is what gets you through those long days of legging

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For the love of furoshiki

If you have visited Japan, chances are that you have seen many kimonos and yukatas; people wearing them, especially in cities such as Kyoto, or during a summer

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Trip Planner

Plan your perfect trip to Japan! Simply click the 'Add to Trip' button on any of the 20,000 sights and hotels featured on this site. With sights across all 47 Japanese Prefectures, we hope to introduce to a number of hidden gems off the beaten track.

Need a little inspiration? Be sure to check out our trip planner overview as well as the pre-made trips below!

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Rainy Day at Sunshine City

The perfect way to spend a rainy day in Tokyo is at Sunshine City located on the East side of Ikebukuro.

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The 5 Lakes of Fuji

Located in Fujigoku, Fuji's famous lakes offer breathtaking views and serve as a hub for outdoor activities. With plenty of hiking trails, camping spots and even ski slopes, this is the perfect area for those that love the outdoors!

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Day Trip to Kamakura

Kamakura is just South of Tokyo and is an easy getaway destination for anyone living in the city. With its various temples, shrines, beaches, hiking trails, and shopping streets, Kamakura allows you to fulfill a whole day of relaxation.

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Tokyo Record Stores

here's nothing quite like putting on a record. And Tokyo boasts a good number of record stores with wide range sub-genres, old and new.

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Intern Ellie's Cycle Kyoto Bike Tour

Our intern Ellie went on a trip to Kyoto and joined a cycling tour! Check out the spots she visited in this handy collection.

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Today's selected sights

Sight in Hiroshima

Miyajima Omotesando Shopping Street

Not to be confused with Omotesando Avenue in Tokyo, Omotesando Shopping Street is one of the busiest places in Miyajima, packed with souvenir shops and restaura

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The Black Sheep

The Black Sheep is an Irish pub located at a 2 minute walk from the East exit of Ikebukuro station.

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BINGO Shibuya Center St.

Bingo is located in the BookOff building which is the largest bookstore that sells secondhand books for a very cheap price. Bingo sells around 20,000 pieces of preowned apparel including accessories and bags,ect. This venue is very big, so I suggest having an idea of what you want to by before your visit. You can find the clothing section on the basement floor under the 3 floors of books, CDs, and DVDs. For information on how to sell your items please visit the website. Photos from BookOff

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Little Nap Coffee Stand

Little Nap Coffee Stand is a small cozy cafe located in Shibuya.

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Sight in Kagoshima

Sakurajima Visitor Center

The Sakurajima Visitor Center is a 10-15 minute walk west of the Sakurajima Ferry Terminal.

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Sight in Ibaraki

Kairou Gallery Mon

This is a select shop of Kasamayaki. Kasamayaki is one of the traditional crafts designated by the country, and its history dates from Edo period. This gallery

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Nabezo (Shibuya Center-gai)

Nabezo is a hot pot all-you-can-eat restaurant chain.

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Tokyo Government South Observatory

Similar to the North Observatory, the South is free as well, but gives a different view as it is located in an adjoining tower. The South Observatory is close

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Yoyogi Village

Located only a 3-minute walk from Yoyogi Station, this shopping complex aims to provide an eco-conscious alternative to the average Tokyo shopping mall. Designe

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Today's selected articles

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Tales of the Tanuki: what exactly are they, anyway?

If you've been traveling around Japan, it's quite likely that you have seen ornaments of these little fellas across your journeys. They looked to me like a racc

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Summer In Japan

IntroductionMany will associate summer in Japan with muggy weather, unbearable temperatures and extreme levels of humidity. But you can have so much fun during

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Thirsty? 3 of Tokyo's most unique bars!

If you're in Japan right now or planning a trip in the near future, you likely have a few things on your list of places you want to see. And perhaps along with

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Tokyo for ghibli fans- the complete guide

Studio Ghibli is without a doubt the most famous animation studio in Japan. The studio has produced some of the most beautiful and fantastical films that have s

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A day in Odaiba

Odaiba offers a fresh look of Tokyo from the other side of the bay and in my experience a MUST see! How to access Odaiba. It’s pretty simple – from c

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A Tour Down Takeshita Street - Harajuku

Hey everyone! It's Kim Dao here with some more shopping blogs! Today I'm going to introduce to you Harajuku. Harajuku is known as the young fashion district in

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5 Surprisingly Expensive Things in Japan

Japan is expensive, say many. Here on Odigo, you will find many tips and articles on how to travel and shop cheap. But in this article, we will talk about five

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Tokyo's Best View | 4 Spots Reviewed

17392810_10211456044628986_1009179006_n.jpg 72.27 KBGoing to Japan soon ? As any tourist, the first step outside the airport will bring you to another world. W

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10 Popular Drinks in Japan (Non-Alcoholic)

Japan is a paradise when it comes to consumer choice, and this extends to everything from the rainbow assortment of candy-colored cell phones available to the n

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Introducing TC Wi-Fi

Exploring Japan can be both fun and challenging, and the ability to easily get online can give you peace of mind whilst travelling. From staying connected with family and friends to looking up train times in a hurry, there’s no doubting the convenience of a portable Wi-Fi connection.

Tokyo Creative has partnered with one of Japan’s leading pocket Wi-Fi providers to offer a new convenient and affordable rental service for use across the whole of Japan.

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Today's selected Regions

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Tochigi

Tochigi is famed for its onsen (hot springs), ski resorts and large natural parks. Approximately 21% of the prefecture is designated as parks. Its capital, Utsu

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Tottori

Tottori prefecture along the Sea of Japan coast is best known for its sand dunes (Tottori Sakyu) and Sand Sculpture Museum. The spiritual center of mountain wor

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Kumamoto

Kumamoto is in the center of Kyushu Island, and Mount Aso is the beloved heart of this beautiful prefecture. Aso-Kuju, Unzen-Amakusa National Parks, Mount Yabah

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Kagawa

Kagawa Prefecture is one of the four prefectures of Shikoku Island. It is currently the smallest prefecture in Japan, and is settled on the Seto Inland Sea next

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Fukuoka

Fukuoka is located on the northern side of the island of Kyushu. It includes the two largest cities in the area, Fukuoka City, its capital, and Kitakyushu. The

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Hyogo

With a nationally famous baseball team, two coasts on two different seas, and a high-class type of beef named after its capital, Hyogo is a prefecture of many t

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Yamaguchi

Yamaguchi is on the westernmost tip of Honshu, and because of its proximity, historically it has been an important center of cultural exchange with the Korean P

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Mie

While often overlooked due to its more popular neighbors like Osaka, Kyoto and Nagoya, Mie prefecture offers a unique cultural experience for those who visit. B

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Shiga

Shiga prefecture is part of the quirky and friendly Kansai region. It includes the vast waters of Lake Biwa, the largest freshwater lake in Japan. The north sho

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