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Simple Guide for the 2025 Osaka Expo

July 2, 2025
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Walking the Kumano Kodo and where to stay

A 2-day itinerary based in Katsuura
June 20, 2025
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Osaka to Beppu: luxury ferry to a land of steam

May 19, 2025
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A visit to the Osaka Expo

Can the spectacular event live up to the hype?
May 7, 2025
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2025/4/10 - Yoshino Cherry Blossom Report

April 10, 2025
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2025/4/9 - Kyoto Cherry Blossom Report

April 9, 2025
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2025/4/8 - Himeji and Hikone Cherry Blossom Report

April 8, 2025
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2025/4/6 - Kyoto Cherry Blossom Report

April 6, 2025
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2025/4/5 - Osaka Cherry Blossom Report

April 5, 2025
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2025/4/4 - Kyoto Cherry Blossom Report

April 4, 2025
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Osaka Castle doubles admission fee as new museum opens

April 4, 2025
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2025/4/3 - Nara Cherry Blossom Report

April 3, 2025
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2025/4/1 - Kyoto Cherry Blossom Report

April 1, 2025
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2025/3/31 - Osaka Cherry Blossom Report

March 31, 2025
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2025/3/30 - Kyoto Cherry Blossom Report

March 30, 2025
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2025/3/26 - Kyoto Cherry Blossom Report

March 26, 2025
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A Journey into Japan’s Cultural Legacy

Discover sites that represent Japan Heritage
March 19, 2025
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A look at the Osaka expo site ahead of its opening

March 11, 2025
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Luxury getaway to Iseshima by train

2 day trip sightseeing in the Shima Peninsula and Ise Jingu
March 8, 2025
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Exploring Kanazawa and Kyoto

A two-night trip with Mitsui Garden Hotels
January 31, 2025
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Countryside Japan tours and meeting the locals

Travel in Tambasasayama, one hour from Osaka and Kyoto
January 13, 2025
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Experience the Nature, History, and Food Culture of West Japan on the Golden Route to West Japan

From the supreme taste of artisan craftsmanship to the oddly shaped rocks that remind us of a time long past. A variety-packed trip to West Japan
December 20, 2024
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Finding tranquility in Kyoto

Exploring Ichijoji and Demachiyanagi with Keihan Railway
December 16, 2024
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A tea ceremony and plum blossom viewing experience by Lake Biwa

A 2 day sidetrip from Kyoto
December 14, 2024
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A journey from the sea to the mountains

Three days and two nights exploring Wakayama City and Koyasan
December 9, 2024
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Overnight temple stay just outside Osaka

December 8, 2024
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2024/12/4 - Kyoto Autumn Color Report

December 4, 2024
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2024/11/28 - Kyoto Autumn Color Report

November 28, 2024
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2024/11/20 - Kyoto Autumn Color Report

November 20, 2024
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Osaka Station keeps getting more attractive

November 10, 2024
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A laid-back day in Wakayama

Going off the beaten track with Nankai Railways
November 6, 2024
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Half a year to go to the Expo 2025 in Osaka

November 2, 2024
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2024/10/31 - Kyoto Autumn Color Report

October 31, 2024
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Exploring the birthplace of sake as we know it today

October 25, 2024
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Essentials of Nara - a two-day trip

A suggested itinerary covering the highlights of Nara
October 21, 2024
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Nintendo Museum opens south of Kyoto

A guide on how to visit
October 9, 2024
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Autumn in Tokyo and Kyoto

Prepare for your trip this fall with this overnight itinerary to the two cities
June 29, 2024
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Kansai Mini Pass, a JR pass for Osaka, Kyoto, Nara and Kobe

May 26, 2024
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Experiencing Koyasan with an overnight temple stay

A 2-day trip from Osaka with Nankai Railway
May 17, 2024
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Ten views of Himeji Castle

Admiring the castle from ten places across the city
May 16, 2024
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Rediscovering Kyoto with JR Gold Guide

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April 24, 2024
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A basic overnight guide to Kyoto

Where to stay and what to do in the old capital
April 12, 2024
Cherry Blossoms

2024/4/11 - Kyoto Cherry Blossom Report

April 11, 2024
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2024/4/10 - Kobe Cherry Blossom Report

April 10, 2024
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2024/4/8 - Yoshino Cherry Blossom Report

April 8, 2024
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The Kansai Thru Pass got replaced by a new pass

April 8, 2024
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2024/4/6 - Kyoto Cherry Blossom Report

April 6, 2024
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2024/4/3 - Kyoto Cherry Blossom Report

April 3, 2024
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2024/3/31 - Kyoto Cherry Blossom Report

March 31, 2024
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2024/3/30 - Osaka Cherry Blossom Report

March 30, 2024
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2024/3/27 - Kyoto Cherry Blossom Report

March 27, 2024
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2024/3/20 - Kyoto Cherry Blossom Report

March 20, 2024
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Himeji - Day Trip from Osaka

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March 7, 2024
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Craft beer and sake in Nagoya and around

Visiting breweries in Nagoya, Ise and Gifu
February 16, 2024
Autumn Colors

2023/11/26 - Kyoto Autumn Color Report

November 26, 2023
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2023/11/21 - Kyoto Autumn Color Report

November 21, 2023
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2023/11/14 - Kyoto Autumn Color Report

November 14, 2023
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Cherry blossom spots in and around Nagoya

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November 12, 2023
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2023/10/31 - Kyoto Autumn Color Report

October 31, 2023
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Sake brewery hopping in Kobe

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October 20, 2023
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2023/4/4 - Kyoto Cherry Blossom Report

April 4, 2023
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Sightseeing and sake in Kobe

An overnight trip staying at the Kobe Meriken Park Oriental Hotel
April 3, 2023
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2023/4/3 - Yoshino Cherry Blossom Report

April 3, 2023
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2023/4/2 - Osaka Cherry Blossom Report

April 2, 2023
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2023/3/31 - Kyoto Cherry Blossom Report

March 31, 2023
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Using Hankyu Railway to visit Kyoto and Kobe from Osaka

Riding the ‘'paradise’' train between Osaka and Kyoto
March 30, 2023
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2023/3/26 - Osaka Cherry Blossom Report

March 26, 2023
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2023/3/25 - Kyoto Cherry Blossom Report

March 25, 2023
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2023/3/21 - Kyoto Cherry Blossom Report

March 21, 2023
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Art island in Osaka

Art, heritage and culture on Nakanoshima Island
March 9, 2023
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Haruka airport trains to stop at Osaka Station from March 18

New underground platforms open at Osaka Station
March 2, 2023
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Culture tour through shopping in Osaka

A 1-day walking tour of Namba
February 26, 2023
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A Journey through Japanese Baseball History: The Hanshin Koshien Stadium Museum

January 21, 2023
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What’s new around Osaka and Kyoto

Introducing new spots that opened during the past couple of years
January 9, 2023
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Osaka in 2022

Virtual visit to some of Osaka’s iconic attractions
May 25, 2022
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Kyoto in 2022

Virtual visit to some of Kyoto’s iconic attractions
May 22, 2022
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Coastal walking trails along the Sea of Japan

The highlights of the Sanin Kaigan Geopark
February 4, 2022
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Off the beaten path (1): Ninja and pottery

A 6-day journey through central Japan.
November 22, 2021
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Two days in Ise-Shima National Park

An overnight journey in the spiritual center of Japan
August 26, 2021
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Suggested 5-day itinerary using the Kansai Wide Area Pass

An economical way to travel in western Japan
June 27, 2021
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Historic towns in Nara Prefecture

An overnight visit to a sacred mountain and a merchant town
February 8, 2021
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Kyoto: City of Art - Part 2

Revisiting the traditional heart of Japan
January 31, 2021
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Traditional experiences in Koyasan and Sakai

A 2-day trip by Nankai Railway
January 27, 2021
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Kyoto: City of Art - Part 1

Revisiting the traditional heart of Japan
January 23, 2021
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Three great side-trips from Nagoya

Visiting spectacular nature, spiritual spots and historical towns
December 30, 2020
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An introduction to Sushi, Wagyu and Tea around Kyoto

A 2-day trip to Uji and Otsu by Keihan Railway
December 18, 2020
Autumn Colors

2020/11/27 - Kyoto Autumn Color Report

November 27, 2020
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2020/11/18 - Kyoto Autumn Color Report

November 18, 2020
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2020/11/11 - Kyoto Autumn Color Report

November 11, 2020
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Travel restarting: Kyoto

An update from Kyoto’s popular sightseeing spots
November 7, 2020
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Travel restarting: Nara

An update from Nara’s popular sightseeing spots
October 30, 2020
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Travel restarting: Osaka

An update from Osaka’s popular sightseeing spots
September 20, 2020
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Virtual travels in Nara

June 26, 2020
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Kansai Cuisine

June 12, 2020
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A castle befitting a ruler

June 5, 2020
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Kyoto Highlights

May 11, 2020
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Episodes from Japanese History - The Fall of Osaka Castle

April 26, 2020
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Kyoto Tales

April 14, 2020
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The restorative powers of the Kumano Pilgrimage

Food, lodging and local life at the World Heritage Site of Kumano Kodo
March 31, 2020
Cherry Blossoms

2020/3/24 - Kyoto Cherry Blossom Report

March 24, 2020
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Kiyomizuderafs main hall reemerges after 3 years

Scaffolding on Kyoto’s popular temple is disappearing after renovations
February 19, 2020
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Esoteric Mount Yoshino and traditional crafts

A 2-day trip by Kintetsu Railway
February 15, 2020
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Exploring mountains, tea and sake around Kyoto

A 2-day trip by Keihan Railway
January 6, 2020
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2 days in Iga, the Ninja City

Ninja culture, traditional craft and local cuisine in Iga
December 21, 2019
Autumn Colors

2019/12/3 - Kyoto Autumn Color Report

December 3, 2019
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2019/11/29 - Osaka Autumn Color Report

November 29, 2019
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Kinosaki Onsen, where ancient Japan remains

Participate in traditional experiences in this 1300 year old hot spring town
November 29, 2019
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2019/11/28 - Kyoto Autumn Color Report

November 28, 2019
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2 days in Koyasan and Sakai

A sacred mountain, tea and sake near Kansai Airport
November 27, 2019
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2019/11/26 - Kyoto Autumn Color Report

November 26, 2019
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2019/11/21 - Kyoto Autumn Color Report

November 21, 2019
Autumn Colors

2019/11/19 - Kyoto Autumn Color Report

November 19, 2019
Autumn Colors

2019/11/5 - Kyoto Autumn Color Report

November 5, 2019
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Top 5 Things to do in Nara

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September 22, 2019
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Tokyo to Kyoto via Hakone

A three day trip between three breathtaking tourist meccas
September 18, 2019
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Exploring central Kyoto on foot and in the kitchen

Discovering local gems, cooking with local foods and staying at an apartment hotel
September 2, 2019
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Japan’s newest World Heritage Site

Huge tombs south of Osaka are expected to receive world heritage status this summer
May 14, 2019
Cherry Blossoms

2019/4/16 - Kyoto Cherry Blossom Report

April 16, 2019
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2019/4/11 - Kyoto Cherry Blossom Report

April 11, 2019
Cherry Blossoms

2019/4/10 - Osaka Cherry Blossom Report

April 10, 2019
Cherry Blossoms

2019/4/9 - Yoshino Cherry Blossom Report

April 9, 2019
Cherry Blossoms

2019/4/8 - Kyoto Cherry Blossom Report

April 8, 2019
Cherry Blossoms

2019/4/5 - Kyoto Cherry Blossom Report

April 5, 2019
Cherry Blossoms

2019/4/4 - Yoshino Cherry Blossom Report

April 4, 2019
Cherry Blossoms

2019/4/3 - Himeji Cherry Blossom Report

April 3, 2019
Cherry Blossoms

2019/4/2 - Kyoto Cherry Blossom Report

April 2, 2019
Cherry Blossoms

2019/4/1 - Osaka Cherry Blossom Report

April 1, 2019
Cherry Blossoms

2019/3/31 - Tokyo Cherry Blossom Report

March 31, 2019
Cherry Blossoms

2019/3/30 - Kyoto Cherry Blossom Report

March 30, 2019
Cherry Blossoms

2019/3/28 - Kyoto Cherry Blossom Report

March 28, 2019
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2019/3/25 - Kyoto Cherry Blossom Report

March 25, 2019
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A pilgrimage from Nagoya along the Kumano Kodo

A three day two night journey through the Iseji Route
March 18, 2019
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Awajishima Island

Mountains, sea, and the island between two bridges
February 28, 2019
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Takenouchi Kaido, the oldest recorded road in Japan

Places to check out along the historic route
February 24, 2019
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Temple and trail hopping on majestic Mount Koya

Exploring Mount Koyafs temples and walking trails on a side trip from Osaka
February 16, 2019
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Walking Back to Ancient Japan

A 35 kilometer long route between Nara and Sakurai
February 8, 2019
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Shopping and entertainment in Umeda

7 fun things to do in the Osaka-Umeda district
January 23, 2019
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Drinking our way through Uji and Fushimi

Two towns synonymous with Japanese traditional drinks, as a side trip from Osaka
January 15, 2019
Food Trips

A Day of Food Travelling in Osaka

Trying out some of Osaka’s food specialities while exploring popular sightseeing spots.
January 11, 2019
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Communing with the Gods along the Kumano Kodo

A one-of-a-kind experience in Shingu City in southeast Wakayama along the coast
January 7, 2019
Solo Female Travel

Travel along Lake Biwa, Shiga

A guide for solo female travelers
December 11, 2018
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Stunning sights and shrines in Ise Shima

A side trip to Ise Shima from Osaka
December 7, 2018
Autumn Colors

2018/12/1 - Kyoto Autumn Color Report

December 1, 2018
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Osaka’s Hidden Gems

A gourmand tour of Osaka’s lesser-known nightlife spots
November 30, 2018
Autumn Colors

2018/11/26 - Kyoto Autumn Color Report

November 26, 2018
Autumn Colors

2018/11/25 - Osaka Autumn Color Report

November 25, 2018
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2018/11/23 - Kyoto Autumn Color Report

November 23, 2018
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Hot springs and scenic views

Get cozy just two hours from Osaka
November 23, 2018
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2018/11/21 - Kyoto Autumn Color Report

November 21, 2018
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2018/11/20 - Nara Autumn Color Report

November 20, 2018
Autumn Colors

2018/11/16 - Kyoto Autumn Color Report

November 16, 2018
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Sightseeing on Sacred Mount Hieizan

A day trip from Osaka to Enryakuji and the various attractions located nearby
November 15, 2018
Autumn Colors

2018/11/11 - Kyoto Autumn Color Report

November 11, 2018
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A gastronomic adventure in Kobe

Drinking and dining along the Hanshin Line
November 8, 2018
Autumn Colors

2018/11/3 - Kyoto Autumn Color Report

November 3, 2018
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Japan’s New Golden Route - Part 3

The alternative way to travel between Tokyo and Kyoto
October 31, 2018
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Kofukuji’s Central Golden Hall opens to the public

Major Nara temple reconstructed its main hall
October 28, 2018
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Hiking Between Temple Towns

Following a trail from Arashiyama to Takao in the midst of beautiful nature
October 24, 2018
Autumn Colors

2018/10/24 - Koyasan Autumn Color Report

October 24, 2018
Autumn Colors

2018/10/22 - Kyoto Autumn Color Report

October 22, 2018
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Echoes of the Past on a Side Trip from Osaka

A journey through History on Nara’s sacred Mount Yoshino
October 16, 2018
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Exploring Ruins on Tranquil Tomogashima Island

A Day Trip Hiking Among Ruins on an Island near Osaka
October 9, 2018
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Hiking, Eating and Bathing around Majestic Mount Kurama

A day trip of natural adventure on the doorstep of Osaka
September 24, 2018
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Tea and Knives: a Slice of Sakai’s History

Experiencing the tea and knife-making history of Sakai City
September 16, 2018
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Hello Kitty Shinkansen

All aboard the cutest express
August 27, 2018
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Sake Sipping and Onsen Soaking

A relaxing side trip from Osaka to Mount Yoshino
August 13, 2018
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Suzuka Circuit

The perfect holiday stopover for motorsports fans
July 31, 2018
Cherry Blossoms

2018/4/6 - Yoshino Cherry Blossom Report

April 6, 2018
Cherry Blossoms

2018/4/5 - Kyoto Cherry Blossom Report

April 5, 2018
Cherry Blossoms

2018/4/3 - Kyoto Cherry Blossom Report

April 3, 2018
Cherry Blossoms

2018/4/2 - Yoshino Cherry Blossom Report

April 2, 2018
Cherry Blossoms

2018/4/1 - Kyoto Cherry Blossom Report

April 1, 2018
Cherry Blossoms

2018/3/30 - Kyoto Cherry Blossom Report

March 30, 2018
Cherry Blossoms

2018/3/29 - Osaka Cherry Blossom Report

March 29, 2018
Cherry Blossoms

2018/3/27 - Kyoto Cherry Blossom Report

March 27, 2018
Cherry Blossoms

2018/3/27 - Fukuoka Cherry Blossom Report

March 27, 2018
Cherry Blossoms

2018/3/24 - Osaka Cherry Blossom Report

March 24, 2018
Cherry Blossoms

2018/3/23 - Kyoto Cherry Blossom Report

March 23, 2018
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Hidden East Nara and Nabari

Finding culture and tradition in one of Japan’s less-known regions
March 19, 2018
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Walking the Roots of Japan

A trip to Yamato in Nara Prefecture.
October 10, 2016
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Train travel into Ise Shima

A visit to the peninsula which hosted the G7 summit this May.
July 13, 2016
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