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5 Amazing Kyoto Festivals You’ll Want to Experience During Your Next Trip

5 Amazing Kyoto Festivals You’ll Want to Experience During Your Next Trip

Kyoto Station, To-ji Temple Japanese Festivals (Matsuri)

When it comes to tradition, Kyoto festivals stand out, and you’ll definitely want to see them if you have the chance. The city also has a variety of other festivals depending on the season, and we’ll be checking out a couple here. Photo：Vlastimil Kuzel / Shutterstock.com

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2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo: Convenient Tips for a Stress-Free Visit

2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo: Convenient Tips for a Stress-Free Visit

USJ, Nanko Port Other Entertainment

The 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo will feature 158 countries and regions, along with seven international organizations. In preparation for the event, a variety of convenient services are being launched to make your experience at the venue and your stay in Osaka even more enjoyable. We’ve selected the best tips and information you should know in advance to make your visit more convenient and comfortable! This page includes promotions

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Become a True Gundam Pilot - Stepping into the P.O.D. at a Tokyo Arcade! (Video)

Become a True Gundam Pilot - Stepping into the P.O.D. at a Tokyo Arcade! (Video)

Arcades

Japan and robots go together like a hotdog and mustard. One of the nation’s most famous robot exports is known worldwide simply as “Gundam.” What started out as an anime has become a huge franchise with its own games, movies, and even a life-sized statue in Tokyo’s Odaiba. What many people don’t know, however, is that there is a way to pilot your very own Gundam robot!

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Expert-Recommended: 9 Hakodate Hotels Serving Up the Best Breakfasts in Town

Expert-Recommended: 9 Hakodate Hotels Serving Up the Best Breakfasts in Town

Hakodate Hotels

Hakodate, Hokkaido, is famous for hotels that serve incredible breakfasts, with competition so fierce it was once dubbed the "Hakodate Breakfast Wars" on Japanese TV and in magazines! From freshly caught squid—a local specialty—to premium seafood, dairy, meat, and vegetables, each hotel crafts unique morning dishes worth savoring. Hokkaido travel expert Nobuka has personally selected nine hotels known for outstanding breakfasts, based on firsthand visits and guest reviews. With over 15 years of experience and 1,000+ travel articles, Nobuka has stayed in hundreds of hotels and ryokan across Hokkaido. Planning a trip to Hakodate? Don’t miss these top breakfast spots! This article contains promotional content.

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Glamping Near Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi: A Stay at Hoshifull Dome Fuji

Glamping Near Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi: A Stay at Hoshifull Dome Fuji

Mt. Fuji Unique Hotels

Glamping combines the fun of camping with the comfort of a hotel stay, and has been growing in popularity across Japan. And while new sites have been popping up all over the country, Live Japan’s top pick is glamping near Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi! Here’s a closer look at what makes it so great. This page contains promotional content.

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Japan's Top Tourist Pitfalls—And How to Outsmart Them, According to a Tour Conductor

Japan's Top Tourist Pitfalls—And How to Outsmart Them, According to a Tour Conductor

Mt. Fuji Other Sightseeing

Japan has recently been bustling with foreign tourists eager to enjoy spring cherry blossoms, autumn foliage, and winter snowscapes. That’s exactly why it’s crucial to know the “latest precautions for tourist destinations.” Please take a moment to read this guide for a fun and comfortable trip to Japan!

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