Don’t Say “Beautiful” Until You’ve Seen Nikko: The Most Luxurious Day Trip from Tokyo
Gold shrines, famous monkeys, and giant waterfalls. Here is your guide to the UNESCO World Heritage site where Shoguns are buried and nature is wild.
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Tokyo’s Hipster Capital: Why You Should Get Lost in “Shimokitazawa”
Vintage clothes, vinyl records, and spicy curry. Forget the neon lights of Shinjuku for a day and hang out in the coolest neighborhood in Tokyo.
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The Chef’s Secret Street: Why You Must Visit “Kappabashi” (Kitchen Town)
Want a samurai-sharp knife with your name engraved on it? Or a phone case that looks like realistic bacon? Here is your guide to Tokyo’s most unique shopping street.
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Chasing Mt. Fuji: The Best Place to See Japan’s Shy Mountain (Lake Kawaguchiko Guide)
You want that photo. The one with the red pagoda and the mountain. Here is why you should skip Hakone and head to Lake Kawaguchiko for the ultimate view.
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Forget Magic Kingdom: Why “Tokyo DisneySea” is the Best Theme Park in the World
It’s not just for kids. It serves cocktails, it has a volcano, and it is unique to Japan. Here is your guide to the most beautiful Disney park on Earth.
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The “Dollar Store” Miracle: Why You Need to Visit a Japanese 100 Yen Shop (Daiso & Seria)
Forget expensive souvenir shops. From beautiful ceramics to life-saving travel gadgets, here is why Japanese “100 Yen Shops” are better than any luxury store.
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Why Do I Look Like an Alien?! The Crazy World of Japanese “Purikura” (Photo Booths)
Huge eyes. Pale skin. Pointy chins. Here is how to survive the chaotic, hilarious, and strictly regulated world of Japanese sticker photos.
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Giants, Salt, and Spirits: How to Watch Sumo (Even if There is No Tournament)
It’s not just wrestling; it’s a religious ritual with 300-pound gladiators. Here is your guide to tournaments, morning practice, and eating the “Sumo Stew.”
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The Battle for Ghibli: How to Get Tickets to Miyazaki’s World (And What to Do If You Fail)
It is harder than getting Taylor Swift tickets. Here is your strategy guide for the Ghibli Museum in Tokyo and the new Ghibli Park in Nagoya.
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The Legend of “Japow”: Why Japan is the World’s Best Winter Destination (Even If You Don’t Ski)
The snow is light as air. The monkeys are soaking in hot springs. And the “Après-ski” involves Ramen and Onsen. Here is your guide to Japan’s winter wonderland.
