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Universal Studios Japan Ticket Prices to Soar During Obon

Planning to go to Universal Studios Japan in August? Check your dates carefully, as prices are set to hit record highs.

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Dinosaurs Battle Humans in Japan City’s Beach Beautification Challenge

Who would win in a battle between Tyrannosaurus Rexes and humans? What if it's a battle where short, stubby arms are a…

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Survey: 70% Will Pass on Pricey New Japan Rail Pass

The famous Japan Rail Pass will be 70% more expensive, leading 70% of potential tourists to say they'll pass on the pass.

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Enoshima’s Famous Train Changes Its Schedule, Confusing Residents

The schedule on Japan's famous "Enoden" train is changing for the first time in 71 years - and residents aren't thrilled about…

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Do the Deer in Nara Bow Differently Since the Pandemic?

The pandemic changed all of us. It also apparently changed the deer at Nara, whose behavior shifted as human contact decreased.

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Japan’s Golden Week 2023 Brings Long Lines, Traffic Jams

Things appear to be "back to normal" for Japan's extended Golden Week holiday - and the result is jam-packed tourist traps.

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Get Ready, Japan Tourists – Here Comes the “Tourist Tax”

As tourists pour back into Japan, more and more municipalities are taxing their stay. Here's what it means for your trip.

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Tourists Return to Japan – But Japan Stays Home

More and more people are coming to Japan, with some countries setting new records. So why isn't Japan returning the favor?