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Best Aka Island Accommodations: Where to Stay and Recharge

Planning a perfect escape to Aka Island? Finding the right place to stay is key to an unforgettable trip. From cozy guesthouses run by locals to hotels, the island near Okinawa offers a range of accommodations that provide an authentic Okinawa island experience. Whether you plan to travel solo or with a group of friends […]

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The Best Guide to KIX Airport Café Lounge NODOKA

Among all the accommodation options in Kansai International Airport and the KIX airport lounges, KIX Airport Café Lounge NODOKA (KIXエアポート カフェラウンジ NODOKA) is the option with the highest CP value. Nodoka lounge, which is open 24/7, has a range of seating options. Whether you want to lie down, sit down for a rest, or work

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How to Stay Overnight at Narita Airport and the Layover Tips

Narita Airport is one of Japan’s major airports. If you are a budget-conscious traveler, you will look for cheap deals or consider budget airlines. While these options may be cheaper, the flights often arrive or depart Japan in the early morning or late at night. What this means to you is that you need to

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Yanagawa Tachibana-tei Ohana: The Must-Visit in Yanagawa

If you take the Normal Yanagawa River Cruise Course, the cruise finishes near Yanagawa Tachibana-tei Ohana (柳川藩主立花邸 御花). The spot where over 400 years of history and nature blend together is the must-visit in Yanagawa. Surrounded by a moat, like a castle, the complex was the villa of the Tachibana clan (立花家) that led the

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Where to Stay in Tokyo? The Safer Areas With Easy Access to Transportation

Are you planning a trip to Tokyo? You probably have a couple of places you want to visit, but which ward/area in Tokyo should you stay in? Is there an area safer than others? Does the hotel you are looking to book have easy access to transportation? Read on for tips and advice on the

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Sun Royal Hotel Kameoka Ekimae: The Best Hotel in Kameoka

If the nice hotels around Kyoto Station are too expensive for you or you plan to take the Hozugawa River Boat, consider staying the night at Sun Royal Hotel Kameoka Ekimae (サンロイヤルホテル亀岡駅前). The hotel, filled with various facilities, is just a one-minute walk from Kameoka Station. Plus, all hotel guests can enjoy the delicious complimentary

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Toyooka Green Hotel Morris: The Best Hotel Close to Kinosaki Onsen

The ryokans and hotels in Kinosaki Onsen are generally expensive. This is particularly the case during the cherry blossom and fall foliage seasons. So if you want to enjoy what the gorgeous town has to offer but don’t want to splash on accommodation, staying around Toyooka Station is a good idea. Among the couple of

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How to Spend a Night at Kansai Airport and Layover Tips

If your flight arrives late at night or departs really early in the morning from the Kansai International Airport, spending a night at the airport can be an option. Depending on your budget, you can choose between the benches/chairs in the airport terminal, cozier lounges or capsule/business hotels at Aeroplaza, which is just two buildings away.

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The Best Guide to First Cabin Kansai Airport

If you need to spend a night at Kansai International Airport, book a night with First Cabin Kansai Airport (ファーストキャビン関西空港). While KIX Airport Café Lounge NODOKA is our favorite, First Cabin Kansai Airport gives you a more comfortable stay. Besides private rooms, it also has a public bath, perfect to rejuvenate!

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Yamakikan: The Most Incredible Ryokan in Kawarayu Onsen

One thing that many international tourists would love to experience in Japan is staying at a traditional ryokan. When you visit Kawarayu Onsen, Yamakikan (山木館), established in 1661, is the best ryokan in town for a taste of the traditional Japanese ambiance. On top of the wooden structure from a few centuries ago, Yamakikan is

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