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Tokyo’s Sento Are Opening Their Arms to Foreign Tourists

Tokyo and the Tokyo Sento Association want more tourists (tattooed or otherwise!) to experience this aspect of traditional Japanese culture.

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Ryokan vs. Hotels: Inside Japan’s Unique Accommodation Culture

Should you stay in a "modern" hotel or a more "traditional" ryokan in Japan? Here's what to consider when deciding.

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Tourists Love These “Hidden” Travel Gems In Tokyo

Looking for a quiet spot away from the crowds? Tourists to Tokyo rated these three locations as their favorite pit stops.

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Take Pics in Tochigi’s “Shibuya Scramble” Replica This Fall

Want to take pics in Shibuya Scramble without feeling like a nuisance? A movie set in Tochigi Prefecture has the perfect solution.

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Don’t Abandon Your Broken Suitcase in Japan – Do This Instead

More tourists than ever are leaving their busted suitcases in hotel rooms and even at the airport. Here's how not to be…

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Why You Need an eSIM With a Japanese Phone Number

Here are all the reasons why you may need a phone number in Japan, and the best way to get an eSIM…

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Shimokitazawa: How Tokyo’s Funky Neighborhood Has Kept Its Cool

Here's how Shimokitazawa has avoided overdevelopment, and why it should be on your list of must-see spots in Tokyo.

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More Than a Budget Stay: The Controversy Behind Japan’s APA Hotels

APA Hotels in Japan are ubiquitous and affordable. Behind the cheap prices lies an aggressive business strategy and war crimes denialism.