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Safe Solo Female Travel in Japan: a Bit of Helpful Advice

Japan is a safe place to travel if you're a woman on your own - but it's still wise to take a…

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Shikoku: Japan’s Most Overlooked Main Island for Travelers?

It may take a while to get there. But from hiking to udon, there's plenty to do in this gem of Japan…

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A Quick Guide to Japan’s Best Ancient Pilgrimage Trails

In contrast to Japan's big cities, the country's ancient pilgrimage trails offer a radically different - and quieter - experience.

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Combini Tourism: The Latest Japan Travel Obsession

"Grocery tourism" is popular on TikTok. But Japan's ahead of the curve - its convenience stores are already popular tourist destinations.

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Tea, Irises, and Nordic Homeware: Visit These Four Tokyo Spots Before They Get Trendy

Tokyo always offers "unseen" spots to explore. Here are four we've found lately, including a black tea experience and a hidden bento…

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Tourists to Japan Are Tossing Coins into These Ponds. That’s a No-No

Officials are worried about the environmental impact after tourists dumped 18,000 coins into the ponds in 2025, despite clearly posted signs.

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Suwa: One of Japan’s Best Onsen Towns You’ve Never Heard of

Japan is popular. Hot springs are super popular. But Suwa, an onsen town in Nagano Prefecture, remains a hidden gem.

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Kyoto City May Partially Ban Vacation Rentals to Give Residents Tourist Relief

The city's mayor won't rule out creating "zero-day vacation rental" zones in residential areas in response to chronic complaints.