If you don’t live in Japan, you probably won’t be thinking about going to an amusement park other than the Disney Resort in Tokyo or the Universal Studio in Osaka. But think twice when it comes to the Brazilian Park Washuzan Highland (ブラジリアンパーク 鷲羽山ハイランド). Not only has it got the common attractions such as the […]
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Kojima Jeans Bus (児島ジーンズバス) If you like denim, the Kojima District in Okayama Prefecture is a must-visit destination for you. The denim decoration surrounds you as soon as you get to Kojima Station (児島駅). But, the denim decorations don’t just stop at the vending machines, the coin-operated lockers, or the ticket gates at the station.
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Have you heard of the Seto Ohashi Bridge (瀬戸大橋)? It is currently the world’s longest 2-tiered bridge system! With a total length of 13.1 km, it takes approximately 20 minutes to cross that bridge by car or train. If you want to see this record-breaking world bridge that crosses five small islands in the Seto
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When people talk about Himeji, they talk about the beautiful all-white Himeji Castle and the castle’s garden – Kōkōen. Both attractions can be easily accessed from the Himeji Station and are highly recommended. But if you have a day to spend in Himeji, extend your visit to one of Japan’s hidden gems – Engyōji Temple
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Unazuki Onsen (宇奈月温泉) in Kurobe City is a popular hot spring resort where you can enjoy the natural scenery of Kurobe Gorge. The hot spring town is the best place to base yourself in to take in what the picturesque gorge has to offer. Once you get there, it won’t be hard to understand why Kurobe
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While Japan has one of the best public transportation in the world, if you are in a rush or a rural area, a taxi is usually the most convenient option to get to the next attraction on your itinerary. Even in big cities like Tokyo, if there are 3 or more people in your group, catching
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If you have done a bit of research about the transportation system in Japan, the term Japan Rail Pass might sound familiar to you. While the unlimited train rides on all JR train lines sound enticing, depending on your itinerary, you might not actually need a JR Pass! In fact, with the price scheduled to
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Japan is a country with very distinct seasons. On top of that, the weather differs significantly in different parts of the country and between mountainous areas, as well as the big cities. So make sure you know the weather in the region you plan to visit so that you know what to pack for your
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Miyakoyasai Kamo (都野菜 賀茂) is a restaurant located in Karasuma, Kyoto, that focuses its menu on fresh vegetables sourced locally in Kyoto. Depending on your appetite, the good or bad thing is that it is a you-can-eat-style restaurant.
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