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The islands used to be known for copper production. These days, they're one of the most-discussed art destinations worldwide.
New requirements in Japan to label products with cashews are good news for both residents and tourists. But why did it take so long?
It'll take you all day. But yes, you can walk the distance of Tokyo's most famous train line - and here's why you should.
It doesn't have the same cultural heft as other shrines. So why are tourists to Japan flocking to this shrine near Sendai Airport?
The incident highlights the shift in sex-related businesses in Japan - and the precarious situation of sex workers.
The groups have made a killing by recruiting financially vulnerable women. Ordinary Japanese travelers are feeling the blowback.