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10 Tohoku Hot Spring Ryokan Getaways with Spectacular Views the Whole Family Can Enjoy
The Tohoku region of northern Japan abounds with hot springs and natural beauty. Many of the hot springs have spectacular views, like a “secret” spring surrounded by a virgin beech forest or an open-air bath that seems to blend into the Sea of Japan. Verdant scenery and gentle winds will melt away the fatigue of the summer as you bathe in such hot springs. Here are ten of our favorites, perfect for family trips and anyone who wants to relax and avoid crowds.
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Joetsu, Uonuma And Yuzawa Skiing & Snowboarding
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Namba, Dotonbori, Shinsaibashi Hotels
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Joetsu, Uonuma And Yuzawa Skiing & Snowboarding
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Umeda, Osaka Station, Kitashinchi Cakes
Skiing & Snowboarding in Japan: Best Ski Resorts in Japan & When to Go
While Japan is known for its neon-lit cities, historic shrines, and delicious food, it is also filled with fantastic ski resorts that draw in many winter sports lovers from around the world. From back-country skiing to around 500 ski resorts, there is a place to ski or snowboard for any skill level.
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Osaka Castle, Tenmabashi, Kyobashi Castles
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Sapporo / Chitose Gift Shops
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Umeda, Osaka Station, Kitashinchi Other Entertainment
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Sapporo / Chitose Discount Stores
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Niseko / Rusutsu Winter
Become a True Gundam Pilot - Stepping into the P.O.D. at a Tokyo Arcade! (Video)
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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Harajuku Other Traditional Arts
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Shinagawa Shows
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Shibuya Other Contemporary Arts
Feast on Hokkaido Crab! Expert Shares All About Where, When, and How to Eat Them
Many people say, "When in Hokkaido, you've got to try the crab!" Surrounded by colder water, Japan's northern island of Hokkaido is a hotspot for this delicacy. Here you can find many restaurants offering a variety of crab delights, plus shops that process crabs imported from Russia and Alaska. Now we know that crab with the right amount of saltiness, deliciousness, and sweetness that fills your mouth is what you are looking for! But what kind of crab can you find in Hokkaido, and when is it most delicious? We spoke with Marumi Osanai Shoten, a crab processor in Nijo Market, which is very popular with travelers, to find out! Main image: PIXTA
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Kyoto Station, To-ji Temple Other Sightseeing
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Kinosaki Onsen Hot Springs (Onsen) & Bath Houses (Sento)
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Osaka Castle, Tenmabashi, Kyobashi Hotels
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Kyoto Station, To-ji Temple Shrines
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Minato Mirai 21 / China Town Hotels
The Shizuoka Tea-Picking Experience: Learn All About Japan's Tea Culture
Shizuoka Prefecture is home to a number of famous landmarks, from Mt. Fuji to vast tea plantations. But to fully appreciate everything this tea production center has to offer, it's not enough to simply sip a cup and learn about its history. Travel just one hour away from either Tokyo or Nagoya Station on the Shinkansen Hikari Line, and you'll arrive at Shizuoka Station. Before you even arrive, the expanse of tea gardens let you know exactly where you are. To dig deeper into Japan's tea culture, we decided to try the Shizuoka Tea Picking Experience for ourselves. Today, we tag along with LIVE JAPAN editorial staff, Bella and Chia-chi as they visit the Tea Museum, Shizuoka. Join us as we explore the vast tea fields, and learn about Japan's tea culture through immersive and extraordinary experiences!
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Mt. Fuji Outdoor Activities
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Kushiro Other Japanese Food
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Kyoto Station, To-ji Temple Parks
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Sendai And Matsushima Temples
Japan Cherry Blossom 2023 Forecast: When & Where To See Sakura in Japan
Planning your dream trip to Japan in spring for cherry blossom season? Here is where and when is the best time to see the cherry blossoms in Japan in 2023! In this deep dive, we share the Japan cherry blossom forecast, talk about sakura viewing culture, and see where are the best places to see cherry blossoms in Japan.
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Namba, Dotonbori, Shinsaibashi Sushi
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Department Stores
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Tokyo Station Other Sightseeing
Choice Spots
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Living Design Center OZONE
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BicCamera Yurakucho Store
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Marunouchi Building
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Sogo Yokohama
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YOKOHAMA VIVRE
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Echika Ikebukuro
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Daimaru Tokyo
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Izusan Shrine
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SEIBU IKEBUKURO
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TOKYO KAIKAN
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Tsurujiro
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NIPPON LIFE MARUNOUCHI GARDEN TOWER
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Yurakucho ITOCiA
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Senso-ji Temple
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Asakusa Kagetsudo
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WATERRAS
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HIBIYA Chanter
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Shin-Marunouchi Building
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Mount Fuji
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Mt.Naeba / Kagura Ski Resort
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