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Osaka World Expo Plagued By Low Interest, Backlash Over Expensive Noodles
3,850 yen for a bowl of soba? Such high prices have some criticizing the upcoming World Expo. Others, however, are speaking up…
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Japanese Shrine Bans Tourists, Laments “Destruction of Japanese Culture”
A beautiful shrine on the island of Tsushima has dropped the ban hammer after what it calls an "unforgivable act of disrespect."
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Tokaido Shinkansen to Add “Half-Private” Luxury Seat Option in 2027
JR Tokai says it's adding even more luxury options to some runs of its critical line between Tokyo and Osaka.
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Six Great Book Cafes in Tokyo to While Away Your Time
Looking for a space to relax in Tokyo? Check out these not-so-crowded cafes that combine good coffee with a book lover's aesthetic.
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Japanese Tourists Arrested for Mooning at The Great Wall of China
Two Japanese citizens proved that bad tourism behavior is a global phenomenon when one of them dropped trou at the historical site.
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Visit These Four Japan Locations That Rank Among the World’s Greatest Places
Wanna see some of the best that Japan has to offer? TIME Magazine says these four stops are must-adds for anyone's list.
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New Tokyo Service Lets Tourists Get a Break From Their Young Kids
Need a little adult time on your family trip to Japan? A new service in Tokyo offers a great place for kids…
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Senkyaku Banrai: Why This Tokyo Tourist Trap Has So Few Foreign Tourists
More foreign tourists will visit Japan this year than ever. But you won't see many of them at this spot near Toyosu.