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Agoda’s Japan Hotel Listings Describe Pools and Buffets That Don’t Exist
From nonexistent swimming pools to reservations that never reach hotel desks, Japan's hotel industry has a bone to pick with Agoda.
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Half of Inspected Airbnb-Style Rentals in Osaka Were Breaking the Rules
Upon inspecting some problem properties, Osaka has found that a good chunk of them are either breaking the rules or aren't even…
FOOD
Vegetarian in Japan? Watch Out for the Fish Stock
While Japanese cuisine might seem vegetarian-friendly on the surface, one of its most common seasonings is fish-based and hard to spot.
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Overwhelmed Tourist Spot in Japan Closes After Only One Week
Exactly what caused this crater lake destination to close down after just one week? In a nutshell, operational difficulties.
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It Takes Residents 2 Hours to Leave Home at This Nara Tourist Destination
Soni Village has beautiful fields of Japanese silver grass, and also a somewhat unique overtourism problem.
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What Happens If You Get Sick While Traveling in Japan?
Sick in Japan? Don't panic. Learn where tourists can get care, what it costs, and why travel insurance matters.
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Japan’s Love Hotels Advertising as Ordinary Hotels is Biting Travelers (Not in the Good Way)
Sometimes, love hotels mask themselves as ordinary hotels. Learn the key differences and what to look for when booking your next trip.
SEX & NIGHTLIFE
How Japan’s Nightlife Tourist Traps Pad Their Reviews
Japan's tourist traps know how to look trustworthy online, creating paid reviews, inflated ratings, and search rankings to mislead travelers.