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Summer in Japan Series 5: 10 Interesting Water Parks in Japan
If you desire to have a splashing-great time in summer in Japan, love a family vibe and that thrilli
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TVer, dTV and Other Japanese Streaming Sites
With the international expansion of online streaming sites such as Netflix and Amazon Prime, other c
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Passing JLPT N1: How Hard Is It Really?
One way of understanding the culture of a country is through its language. Learning Nihongo is one o
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Six Instagram-Worthy Photo Spots This Summer in Japan
Summer is well on its way, and we're almost due to swap the wet and dreary rain-filled tsuyu (rainy
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Summer in Japan Series 4: 10 Places to Go in Summer for Waterfalls and Flower Parks
Not only are there festivals and beaches that you can enjoy in summer in Japan, but Japan also has o
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Chichijima: Tokyo’s Forgotten Island
Have you heard of Chichijima island (父島) about 240km north of Iwo Jima? Literally named “father isla
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A Guide to Omikuji, Japan’s Fortune-Telling Letter
Have you ever heard of omikuji (おみくじ) when visiting shrines or temples? If so, have you ever tried t
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Friendship Day: Take a Day Trip to the U.S.
Did you know that you can visit the U.S. for a day in Japan? Every year, American bases across the c
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Summer in Japan Series 3: Best Beaches in Japan
One of the interesting and ordinary activities during the summer is going to the beach. Swimming in
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Get Thrifting With These Hidden Gems in Shibuya
Are you the type of person who likes thrifting and searching for hidden treasures? In Japan, it
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5 Places to See Robots in Japan
Have you ever seen any robots in Japan or come across robots while out and about? When you've im
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Summer in Japan Series 2: Summer Festival Guide
The highlight of summer in Japan is the glorious festivals held from June to August of every year, s
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Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, Toyama’s Most Attractive Snow Attraction in June
Have you heard about the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route that boasts a 15-meter-high snow wall that sta
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5 Traditional Shitamachi to Visit in Downtown Tokyo
Behind skyscrapers and modern fashionable downtown areas hides the world of shitamachi. “Shitamachi”
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One Day Trip to Shuzenji From Tokyo
Located about three hours away from Tokyo, Shuzenji is a small, historic town with several attractio
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Summer in Japan Series 1: Let’s Talk About Japanese Summertime
Talking about summer in Japan might not sound interesting to you at first because most people intend