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Article by Sam Lesmana
Hidden Onsens in the Chugoku Region
Chugoku isn’t really known for its onsen… that honour usually goes to Tohoku or Chubu where the snow in winter calls for a soak in the hot water. But in Chugoku
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Article by Rachael Brennan
Getting the most out of Golden Week in Okinawa!
Golden Week is coming! That glorious time of year in Japan where we get at least 5 days off work to relax and hopefully travel. Golden week is the perfect time
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Article by Melissa Adams
Miho no Matsubara
miho no matsubara Miho no Matsubara is a national heritage sight a little off the beaten bath in Shizuoka prefecture. During our trip, my friend and I had been
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Article by Tokyo Creative
Shopping
Enjoy Japan through your walletJapan probably isn’t the first place that comes to mind when you think shopping, but you’ll be amazed at the things you can buy h
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Article by Nika Tresor
The most photogenic smoothies in Japan
Being a generation of Instagrammers and social media addicts, it’s only natural that we are attracted to photogenic foods and drinks. Japan has mastered the art
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Article by Claudia Mitsubori
Welcome to the Boys Love Academy Café
If you think of Japan’s big selection of theme cafés, the most common ones are animal cafés with cats, Maid Cafés with cute looking girls or time-limited anime
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East meets West at Champagne Gyoza Bar
When I think of my favorite foods, gyoza is right up there at the top. Quick, easy, super tasty and relatively inexpensive - it hits the nail on the head for a
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Summer foods to try before fall is here!
Summer will soon be drawing to a close here in Japan - and the reprieve of fall is just around the corner. Some of you might be breathing a big sigh of relief w
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Article by Chloe Hamilton
3 Surprising reasons you should learn Japanese
When we learn a new language we open ourselves up to a richer understanding of a different culture. Knowing a second language can help us form new friendships,
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Article by Mike B
7 Amazing Things from a Japanese Convenience Store You Won't Find Back Home
Kim's Favorite Convenience Store in Japan. Mine is Family Mart!For the first time, my wife and I are joining forces to complete a collaborative article. Why?
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Article by Elise Meng
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
Yabakei : Japan’s Secret Cycling Paradise
We’d like to introduce you to the Maple Yabakei Cycling Road, ideal for anyone looking for breathtaking scenery and some physical activity on their next trip!
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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
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 Elsda Li
Let’s Get in Shape! | Ways to Stay Fit This Summer
Exercise in Japan can be fun, enjoyable, and a place for you to meet new friends. Although anyone can opt to go to the gym for a quick workout, it’s nothing like attending a yoga session or going for a brisk hike on Mt. Takao surrounded by Japan’s beautiful nature.
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Article by Tokyo Creative
Sneak Peek Into to the Permanent Pokemon Cafe in Tokyo
Giving you an exclusive sneak peek into the Pokemon Cafe from yours truly Sharmander and Akidearest!
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Article by Tokyo Creative
International Tokyo Toy Show 2019
Who said it was just for kids? Japan's largest toy trade show going on this weekend at the Tokyo Big Sight 💁🏻♀️
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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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Kagoshima
Lush and tropical, Kagoshima Prefecture inhabits the southernmost part of Kyushu and includes a string of islands stretching to Taiwan. The most famous of these
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Ehime
Ehime is home to Dogo Onsen, one of Japan's oldest hot springs with a history going back almost 1,000 years. In the loosely auto-biographical novel **Botchan**,
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Toyama
Toyama is a small prefecture on the coast of the Sea of Japan. It has mountainous borders inland with wonderful natural views, hiking trails, hot springs and ev
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Saitama
Saitama is often overshadowed by its more popular southern neighbor Tokyo, but for those who care to look closer, Saitama abounds with amazing experiences. Take
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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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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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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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Wakayama
Koyasan (Mount Koya) is the heart and soul of Wakayama Prefecture. Koyasan is the birthplace of Shingon Buddhism, founded by Kobo Daishi (Kukai) in the year 885