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June 22, 2020
Tsukimi: Japan’s Autumn Moon Festival
Japan’s Harvest Moon Festival, Tsukimi, is held every autumn across the country and dates back more than 1,000 years.
June 21, 2020
Kyoto Tower: Admission, Activities And Info
Standing tall at 131 metres, Kyoto tower is the highest landmark in Kyoto. Go up to see the amazing skyline of Kyoto.
June 19, 2020
Guide To Asakusa Tokyo: Top 10 Visits
Asakusa is where the vibe of older Tokyo lingures, small craft stores and restaurants line the streets. Find the best things to do, see and eat in Asakusa.
June 17, 2020
Guide To Ueno Tokyo
Find out what the best things to do in Ueno with our top picks, shopping recommendations, how to get to Ueno and expert tips for the Ueno ward in Tokyo.
June 16, 2020
Super Nintendo World To Open At Universal Studios Japan
The first Super Nintendo World will open at Universal Studios Japan featuring iconic locations and characters like the Bowsers Castle, and Mario Kart racing.
June 15, 2020
Why Nijo Castle In Kyoto Is Certainly Worth Visiting
Nijo Castle is one of the most popular attractions in the city of Kyoto and for good reason. With a visit to Nijo Castle Kyoto history is firmly on display.
June 14, 2020
Japan’s Private Railway Lines
The Japan Rail Pass can help you see a lot of Japan by train, but there are also private railways in Japan that can be useful.
June 12, 2020
Shinkansen Train Cars In Japan
With Shinkansen trains such an important part of Japan’s transport network, Shinkansen train cars have continued to evolve over the years.
June 11, 2020
30 Tips On How To Use Japan’s Metros
For places like Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka, you’ll want to use the various Japan metro networks to get around each city on arrival and when sightseeing.
June 9, 2020
Jr Yamanote Line Tokyo
The JR Yamanote line(中央線), or Yamanote loop line runs in a cirlce around Tokyo stopping at important stations like Ikebukuro, Shinjuku, Shibuya & Tokyo stations
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