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SearchTop 10 Cultural Experiences in Japan
It’s no secret that there’s an abundance of fascinating places to visit in Japan. But as you plan your trip, don’t overlook the all-important question: what do I want to do?
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Top 5 Cafes to Try in Tokyo
Forget Sutaba, these five spots offer an all-round introduction to Tokyo's distinctive cafe culture.
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Teshima Art Museums
A guide to the main museums on Teshima Art Island.
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Miyagi
With vibrant Sendai at its core, Miyagi makes the ideal base for exploring the remote corners of Tohoku.
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Top 10 Japan Travel Destinations For 2017
Our predictions for the best places to visit in Japan next year.
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Chubu
Most tourists will only glimpse the region as a blur through a bullet train window; Chubu, though, deserves your attention.
Chugoku
Wedged between the more famous regions of Kansai and Kyushu is one of Japan’s most beautiful gardens, the country’s oldest shrine, ever-changing sand dunes and a tiny island reigned by rabbits.
Kanto
Most people will come to Kanto for Tokyo but the region has other talents that are well worth setting aside some time to explore.
Okinawa
White sand beaches and crystal blue waters, jungles and rare wildcats, centuries of unique native traditions, the birthplace of karate - this is Japan’s very own tropical island paradise.
