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Japanese Shrine Bans Tourists, Laments “Destruction of Japanese Culture”

A beautiful shrine on the island of Tsushima has dropped the ban hammer after what it calls an "unforgivable act of disrespect."

Tokaido Shinkansen to Add “Half-Private” Luxury Seat Option in 2027

JR Tokai says it's adding even more luxury options to some runs of its critical line between Tokyo and Osaka.

Six Great Book Cafes in Tokyo to While Away Your Time

Looking for a space to relax in Tokyo? Check out these not-so-crowded cafes that combine good coffee with a book lover's aesthetic.

Japanese Tourists Arrested for Mooning at The Great Wall of China

Two Japanese citizens proved that bad tourism behavior is a global phenomenon when one of them dropped trou at the historical site.

Visit These Four Japan Locations That Rank Among the World’s Greatest Places

Wanna see some of the best that Japan has to offer? TIME Magazine says these four stops are must-adds for anyone's list.

New Tokyo Service Lets Tourists Get a Break From Their Young Kids

Need a little adult time on your family trip to Japan? A new service in Tokyo offers a great place for kids to play while you get a breather.

Senkyaku Banrai: Why This Tokyo Tourist Trap Has So Few Foreign Tourists

More foreign tourists will visit Japan this year than ever. But you won't see many of them at this spot near Toyosu.

Sakamichi Brewing: Crafting Japanese Beer Culture in Tachikawa

At long last, the craft beer scene is booming in Tokyo. We sat down with the craft entrepreneurs at Sakamichi Brewing to learn more about the local scene.

Shirakawa to Dramatically Raise Parking Rates to Combat Overtourism

Shirakawa sees 1,000 times more tourists than residents every year, leading it to seek new strategies to manage traffic.

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