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  Eat kakigori to get through the summer! An indispensable item at summer festivals

  When muggy summers come in Japan, we tend to feel like eating kakigori. Kakigori is a shaved ice dessert, or …
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  Takaosan hiking! Access the great outdoors from your doorstep

  Tokyo is as you already know the capital of Japan. What comes to your mind when you hear Tokyo may be a big c…
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  Nikko Saru Gundan | Come see the performing monkey troupe!

  When people think of Nikko, they think of hiking, hot springs, and historical sightseeing spots like Nikko Tos…
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  The Churaumi Aquarium | A must-go spot in Okinawa!

  Okinawa is famous for its clear, transparent beaches. But beaches are not the only attraction! There are many…
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  Tempura : This crunchy dish is everyone’s favorite!

  Have you ever eaten "tempura," one of the most popular dishes in Japan? Many people may like its crunchy text…
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  Okutama Tokyo | Enjoy nature in beautiful Okutama

  Okutama is famous for its vasts amounts of nature - plenty of mountains and rivers. Most people incorrectly be…
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  Uobei in Shibuya : Modern revolving sushi! Fresh fish, fresh sushi at an economical price!

  The Sushi bar "Uobei" is located at Dogenzaka in the Shibuya area of Tokyo. They serve sushi made of fresh ri…
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  Tsurugajo -the only one castle in Japan today with red tile roofs in Aizu Wakamatsu seen also by Byakkotai samurai

  Aizu Wakamatsu is one of the famous sightseeing places in Japan. Speaking of Aizu Wakamatsu, a popular touris…
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  Akihabara = Anime!

  What comes to your mind when you hear Akihabara? Electronic appliances? Akihabara is not just a place wher…
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  “Aizome” has splendid beautiful color and design! It’s Japanese traditional dyeing.

  "Tenugui" is popular as a typical Japanese souvenir, isn't it? There are various kinds of tenugui and among th…