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City Guide: Hiroshima
Hiroshima is a city that will make you feel much more than the usual travel bug excitement. Being one of two atomic bomb drop sights from back in World War II,
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Fukuoka Access Guide
Fukuoka used to be Japan’s gateway to mainland Asia and is still very well connected by sea, land and air.AIRFukuoka Airport is near the city centre, being just
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Article by Michele Tanabe
Off the Beaten Path: Shizuoka's Dream Bridge
Welcome to another "Off the Beaten Path" article where I delve a bit deeper into some fun local areas you may not find on your typical Japan trip. Last summer I
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Top 5 Vegetarian Restaurants in Osaka
Japanese cuisine is best known for its fresh fish and seafood. What most people don’t know, however, is that the rest of the Japanese cuisine is mainly based on
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Article by Miki P
Beer Gardens - Refresh your summer with popular Japanese beer – kanpai!
Kanpai! (Cheers!) When the Japanese think of the summertime, they also think ‘the season of beer’ has come once again! During the year, beer is a very popular
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Article by Morgain Le Fae
Best Pancakes in Tokyo
s_1002.jpg 326.33 KBvia r.gnavi.co.jp I normally don't go to restaurants alone but last week on Friday I was craving pancakes so much that I simply had to leav
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Article by Barbara Buchanan
All you need to know... Sado Island
Shaped like a wonky yo-yo floating in the sea off the west of Honshu, Sado Island is a place of drama. Centuries ago, the island was somewhere you were not expe
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Article by Mike B
Curry Battle: Who Holds Top Prize!?
Think you know the best Japanese curry? Think again! We break down and rank up the best Japanese curry brands.
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Article by Julia Lai
Girls ,Love yourself this Summer with these Zoff x RINA TANAKA Glasses
Its Summer in Tokyo and it's about time to get some stylish new glasses to coordinate with your daily outfits.Japan Glasses store Zoff are selling these trendy
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Article by HuiWen Lie
Sakura (Cherry Blossom) viewing spot by Wattention
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How to Tell Your Japanese Company You’re Pregnant
Announcing your pregnancy shouldn’t be something scary, but sometimes it is. Many women worry about telling their company that they’re expecting, because they fear that they’ll receive a negative reaction. I certainly felt that way when I found out I was pregnant shortly after accepting a new job.
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Article by Elise Meng
2019 Top 10 Tips for Traveling in Japan
2020 is your year to finally get yourself to Japan... and this is how you do it.
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The Koji Kraze you need to get on board with
One major health trend coming out of Japan that we can get on board with is mold– specifically, we’re loving a rice mold called Koji. Already a favorite ingredient to some of the world’s leading chefs like David Chang, René Redzepi, and Jonathon Sawyer, Koji is the old-but-new ingredient to spice up your cooking processes.
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Article by Elise Meng
Kick off your OIta Experience!
With the countdown to the Rugby World Cup 2020 inching nearer and nearer, the small city of Oita is secretly packing some heat among its narrow streets. Now, at Tokyo Creative, we already have a wide range of favorite places in Oita already (see here or here), but since this was our first time doing a mini-team trip, we’re excited to add more to our list of favorite places to recommend.
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Article by Jon Mulligan
Escape the City to the beautiful Seaside Town of Nishi-Izu
A coastal town located in the Shizuoka-Kanto area of Japan, Nishi-Izu is known for fresh seafood and its outstanding natural beauty. It really is a must-visit for any outdoor adventurer or travel-buff.
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Article by Ian Rudd
10 Things to do in Oita City
A true hidden gem of a city located on Japan's southern Kyushu Island, let us show you some of our favorite things it has to offer!
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Article by Elsda Li
Broadway In Japan!
Since coming to Japan, I have seen so many adverts and commercials of wonderful broadway performances that seem too good to be true. You can find musicals such as Disney’s classic Aladdin to American Broadway inspired Japanese musicals. Those who come here should definitely add a Broadway show unto their itineraries! Let’s explore some titles that are playing right now!
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🤩 2019’s Best New Japanese Products That Will Leave You Wanting More! 🤩
With our ever evolving and advancing technology and trends, they best way to stay up to date and in the know🤔 is by getting the newest gadgets and inventions! Japan has always been known to come up with the craziest and cutest inventions that can either shock you😳, or leave you squealing with excitement🤗. I have compiled a list of what I think this year’s most practical and interesting products down below. Let’s check them out!👀
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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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Tokyo
Tokyo is all about contrasts. Its irresistible charm comes from the clash between its cutting-edge style and traditional culture. From the organized chaos of [S
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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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Aomori
Aomori prefecture is surrounded by the sea and boasts amazing natural beauty and opportunity for outdoor adventures. It is the home of Lake Towada, the Hakkoda
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Kochi
Kochi, on Shikoku Island, is quite rural. In fact, 85% of the prefecture is covered in forests. This lush, green area is perfect for adventurers and is famous f
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Ibaraki
If you're a nature person, you’ll fall in love with Ibaraki, a scenic coastal prefecture northeast of Tokyo. With up to 15% of its land area dedicated to natura
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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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Nagano
Surrounded on all four sides by 3000+ meter tall mountains, Nagano prefecture is called the “Roof of Japan.” The 1998 Winter Olympics and Paralympics were hoste
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Okinawa
There’s a reason why over 10 million people visit Okinawa every year – Japan's southernmost island is a natural wonder, with pristine beaches, friendly people a
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Hokkaido
If your idea of a perfect vacation involves majestic forests, clear blue lakes, pillowy powder snow, and amazing, farm-fresh food, Hokkaido is an absolute dream