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Instagrammable spots in Japan

Go See Japan’s Most Instagram-Worthy Travel Spots

Need a good picture for the 'gram while in Japan? A Japanese company analyzed social media data to find the best spots in all 47 prefectures.
Japan's narrowest soba restaurant

Squeeze Into “Japan’s Narrowest Soba Shop” in Nagano

A recent social media post spotlights a soba shop in Nagano that's been running for years. You might just barely squeeze in, though.
Hisaishi Joe, and characters from The Boy and the Heron and Suzume, superimposed upon a gold background next to the logo of the 2024 Golden Globe awards.

The Boy and the Heron Wins Best Animated at the Golden Globes

Anime is having a moment at the Golden Globes Awards, with three nominations - and a victory!
Japan taxi services

Japan Taxi: How to Get Around in Comfort

It's not always easy to grab a taxi in Japan as a visitor. However, more services are making it easier than ever for tourists to hail a ride.
Cherry blossoms in Japan

Cherry Blossom Viewing: How to Prepare (Despite Climate Change) – UPDATED with 2024 Forecast

Climate change is making it harder to plan for cherry blossom viewing in Japan than ever. Here's what you need to know - and where to go for the best views.
Mt. Fuji seen from Shizuoka

How to See Mt. Fuji (Without Climbing It)

Thanks to overtourism, climbing Mt. Fuji is tougher than ever. Here are some less taxing alternative viewing locations.

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