Would YOU move to your favorite anime? Increasingly, some hardcore fans are doing just that. Here’s why some locales in Japan want to convert anime tourism into a longer-term relationship.
Everyone loves Japan’s combini. Foreign tourists are enjoying their eat-in spaces too. But are tourists unfairly taking the blame for not following the country’s confusing eat-in rules?
Need a break from the hustle and bustle? These six Japanese islands offer peace, quiet, and a chance to unwind amidst natural beauty.
Want to see some spectacular nature spots in Japan? Try one of these bodies of water renowned for their natural blue beauty.
As some locales in Japan consider implementing a tourist tax, places such as Osaka are considering increasing – even doubling – their existing levies.
Can you buy a sword in Japan? Yes, that part’s relatively easy. The challenge is getting it OUT of the country.
Want to get out of the city and see some natural beauty while in Japan? Here are what other tourists deem the country’s top nature spots.
Looking for a new, unique travel destination in Japan? The Sado Mines in Niigata Prefecture are now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Hokkaido joins the call for two-tier pricing for tourism in Japan, calling on businesses to give prefectural residents a discount.
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