Daisetsuzan National Park: Lake Shikaribetsu

Most of Daisetsuzan National park is located in northern Hokkaido but a sliver of it resides in eastern Hokkaido. That sliver is Lake Shikaribetsu. It is locate

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Studying an Online Kansai Dialect - Student Interview

Find out what it's like to study a Kansai dialect course online with Kendall!

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Five tried-and-true ways to learn Japanese

With so many ways to learn Japanese, how do you know which one will work for you? In our article, we give you our top 5 ways!

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Five tried-and-true ways to learn Japanese

With so many ways to learn Japanese, how do you know which one will work for you? In our article, we give you our top 5 ways!

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Article by Amanda Brennan

Yamadera

If you have the want to travel outside of the city, and experience something truly cleansing for your soul, then head up to Yamadera.

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Article by Elsda Li

My Hike Up Mt. Takao ⛰!

There is no better way to experience the culture and geography of Japan than to hike up one of their sacred and treasured mountains!

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Article by Kevin Hong

5 Tips and Tricks when visiting Enoshima Island

Welcome!If you have stumbled across this article, chances are you are looking for the perfect day-trip or adventure away from the bustling city of Tokyo. Enoshi

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Article by Dana Nyberg

THE IZU PENINSULA, Tokyo's Best Weekend Getaway

Typical Tokyo summers consist of disgusting heat, choking humidity, crowded subways, sweaty backs, sweaty thighs, and sweaty Ojii-sans pressed up against you on

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Article by Kathrin Kecht

Chilling Tales for Hot Nights: Ghosts in Japan

The sound of wind chimes dancing. Shaved ice in every flavor imaginable slowly succumbing to the heat. Fireworks coloring the night sky while an army of cicadas

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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 Gifu

Ryoan-ji Temple (Gifu)

This temple is famous for the rare style of its belfry gate.

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Sight in Yamanashi

Erin-ji Temple

Erin-ji played a central role in spreading the Rinzaishu doctrine in the Kai region (currently Yamanashi prefecture) and had important ties with historical figu

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Sight in Kochi

Hirome Ichiba Market

This market is in downtown Kochi and is made up of over 60 shops. The market was opened to spread the knowledge of Kochi's food, friendliness and artistic cultu

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Miyoshino

Miyoshino is a handmade Japanese confection store located in Kunitachi.

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Sight in Hiroshima

Citrus Park Setoda

Citrus Park Setoda displays over 500 sorts of citrus from all over the world.

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Sight in Gifu

Takayama Yatai Kaikan

Takayama Yatai Kaikan (the Festival Float Exhibition Hall) located next to the Sakurayama Hachiman Shrine, exhibits at least four of the eleven beautifully craf

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Sushi Aoki

Sushi Aoki is a sophisticated edomae-style (from the edo-era) sushi restaurant in Ginza.

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Sight in Tochigi

Yunoko Lake

Yunoko lake is located in the western area of Nikko, and is a dammed lake created by the eruption of mount Mitake to its Northeast.

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Sight in Tokyo

Beez

Beez is a co-working space, cafe and event space located in Shibuya. (Drop-in ok)

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Today's selected articles

Article by Yashwanth Kumar Rasani

Check Out Japan`s Limited Edition Mountain Dew Cheetos , Cola Chips and Chips Cola (WTF!)!

Frito Lay Japan and Calbee are top snack manufacturers that are well known for their unusual and out-of-the-box flavors, some of them you might not even heard o

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How to Find Your Perfect Festival

Impressive handmade floats at the Mikuni Matsuri, FukuiJapan is the land of the festival. From fireworks to snow sculpture, from heaving massive floats to all

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Article by Mike B

Drinking Sake and Marveling at the Bishamon-do at Urasa (Shinkansen Diary Series)

IMG_7216.JPG 4.7 MBLocated only 1.5 hours away from Tokyo by Shinkansen is Urasa, the center of Minami-Uonuma in the heart of yukiguni, or snow country. Snow

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Questions to ask yourself when planning your Japan trip

If you’ve clicked to read this post, chances are you are like me – a Japanophile for as long as your best friend can remember. You may have been drawn to this s

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Michelin Announces Over 170 Restaurants in their First Ever 2019 Aichi-Gifu-Mie Japan Guide

Who received the coveted three star status? We also share with you some bang for your buck meals you can't miss out on in Aichi, Gifu and Mie prefecture.

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Article by Johanna Forsberg

Starbucks Japan's MUST-TRY seasonal drinks!

Have you ever been to a Starbucks? How about a Starbucks in Japan? One of the things I absolutely love about Japan is the attention to detail and season, the w

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Article by Lynnie Lim

Owls in Osaka, over coffee

Tucked away on a quiet side street, minutes away from Osaka's bustling Shinsaibashi, a lone owl stands watch. A doll - a figure - no - it's real. ...and it will

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Article by Shireen Bong

Must Try Food and Beverages in Japan

1. Hokkaido CakeIMG_20170419_152754_364.jpg 105.5 KBI personally preferred the one sold in Top Value and also Seven Elevan. It taste must better than the one so

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Article by Susan Gavin

What to Buy in a Japanese Bookstore

Much has been written about the allure of the Japanese bookstore– from large chains offering a variety of subjects to specialty shops filling niche markets. But

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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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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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Yamanashi

Yamanashi, about 1½ hours from Tokyo, is surrounded by high mountains and is covered by huge beautiful forests, including Mount Fuji and the 5 lakes area. Visit

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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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Miyagi

Miyagi is on the Pacific coast in the Tohoku Region. It’s castle-town capital, Sendai City, has a long history which you can experience in many interesting muse

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Shizuoka

Majestic Mount Fuji, rolling hills of green tea plantations, and the gorgeous coastline of the Izu Peninsula give Shizuoka a rich character that makes it a grea

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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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Nara

A cradle of traditional Japanese history and culture, Nara breathes the spirit of Yamato - the Japanese nation. Formerly known as “Heijyokyo", Nara was the firs

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Aichi

Aichi is the center of the Chubu region in Japan, and its capital is Nagoya. Nagoya is the fourth most populated urban area in Japan, and is home to a large aut

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Iwate

Iwate is the prefecture with the largest landmass in Japan. It is on the Pacific coast in the northern Tohoku region. The capital city Morioka is famous for its

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