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Where Japanese People Actually Travel in August (And Why Foreign Tourists Don’t)
While inbound tourists mainly clog up the Golden Route, domestic Japanese travelers make full use of hisho-chi, highland summer resorts.
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Scenic Train Journeys in Japan That You Can’t Miss
Sometimes, it really is more about the journey than the destination. Here are some romantic train rides in Japan that prove it.
POLITICS
Japan Confirms Ainu Indigenous Rights After Right-Wing Politician’s Statement
Ainu rights are in the news again after the head of the Conservative Party of Japan questioned their indigenous status.
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Anime Pilgrimage in Japan: From Fandom to Infrastructure
How anime pilgrimage in Japan has evolved from a fan ritual into a coordinated regional strategy to boost tourism.
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Check Out the 2026 Cherry Blossom Forecast for Japan
Time to buy your tickets! Here are the predictions for cherry blossoms blooming across Japan so you can time your trip.
LIVING IN JAPAN
A Changing Japan: Foreign Residents Surpass 10% in Some Areas
As debate surges around immigration, new data shows some towns in Japan have foreign populations as high as 36%.
FOOD
Tokyo Ramen Festa Showcases Dish’s Regional Variety Over 12 Days
Here's your chance to try some of Japan's best ramen from across the country in a single location in Tokyo's Setagaya City.
TRAVEL
Tourists Feeding Bears in Japan Has Deadly Consequences
A sad story from Hokkaido illustrates how tourist behavior altered the disposition of a bear that came to view humans as food.