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Be a Japanese High Schooler in New Tourist Experience

Wanna attend a Japanese high school like in your favorite anime? A company in Japan is inviting tourists to attend an abandoned campus in Chiba and live out an authentic Showa high school experience.

Four Reasons to Hire a Japan Tour Guide

Coming to Japan? Want to experience the country outside of the tourist traps? Here's how a tour guide can unlock experiences you and your travel companions might have trouble navigating on your own.

Roast Beef Ramen: Where to Enjoy This Luxurious Bowl in Tokyo

Are ramen and roast beef two great tastes that taste great together? Many in Japan think so. Here's why roast beef ramen has taken off in recent years and where you can enjoy it around Tokyo.

Minoh: Ten Places to See in This Beautiful Osaka City

Most people know about Minoh Falls. But what else is there to do in this beautiful city in Osaka? Here are some of the other great attractions, shops, and cafes to visit while you're in the area.

Japan to Crack Down on Drunk & Distracted Bicyclists

Neglectful and law-breaking bicyclists have terrorized Japan's streets for years. A new law taking effect in November aims to crack down on some of the most dangerous behavior.

Haniwa! New Exhibit Showcases Japan Before It Became Japan

Want a rare peak into Japan's pre-history? An expanded exhibit at Tokyo National Museum is celebrating Haniwa, funerary statues from the country's Kofun Era, bringing some rare pieces together under the same roof for the first time.

How Are Foreign Tourists Getting Japanese Driver’s Licenses?

Think you need a residence card to get a Japanese driver's license? Turns out you don't - you just need a piece of paper from your hotel. Here's how (and why) tourists from China and elsewhere are doing it, and why it's making headlines in Japan.

Why Is Osaka Expo a Bust With Japan’s Inbound Tourists?

The Osaka Expo takes place next year. But does anyone care? A lack of support among inbound tourists as well as its own citizens has the event scrambling to raise awareness - and sell tickets.

Japan Snack Bar Tours are Growing (Thanks, Anime)

It used to be an experience reserved exclusively for Japanese speakers. Lately, however, tours to snack bars are growing in popularity. That's left some regular customers feeling left out in the cold.

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