There isn’t any such thing as a “one-size-fits-all” trip to Japan’s erstwhile capital.
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Kyoto for Four Days
Kyoto is more than worth 96 hours of your time.
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What Does the Future Hold for Osaka?
Could Japan’s perennial second fiddle be readying its ascent to first chair?
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Kyoto’s Treasure Trail
I can say without a doubt that five days is not too long to spend in Kyoto.
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Is Nara Worth Visiting?
Nara isn’t for everyone, but it might just be for you.
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Japan’s Famous Fields of Baby Blue
Hitachi Seaside Park is beautiful, and mostly lives up to the hype built up around it—but it’s not for everyone.
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Himeji Starts Here
You might say I’m an expert in crafting the perfect Himeji Castle day trip
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Where to Hit the Beach Near Tokyo
When it comes to beaches near Tokyo, there’s good news and there’s bad news.
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Can You See Hiroshima on a Day Trip?
Hiroshima is one of Japan’s best-known destinations, yet it often seems to be an afterthought.
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Which Japanese Castle Will You Like Best?
Castles (and castle towns) make great touchstones for any trip to Japan, no matter where in the country you are or how many times you’ve been.
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Introducing the Osaka 2025 World Expo
The Osaka World Expo might seem far away, but 2025 will be here before you know it!
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See Hokkaido Lavender in 2021
Hokkaido’s flower fields are more than opportunities to harvest Instagram likes.
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Which Popular Tokyo Day Trip is Right For You?
Did I mention that I love both of these places?
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The Wildest Way Through Shikoku
The first time I visited the Iya Valley, Japan took on a new dimension to me.
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The Truth About Takamatsu
There’s not a lot written online about things to do in Takamatsu, at least not in English.
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Tokushima Starts Here
Tokushima will exceed your expectations, especially given how low they probably are.
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Kochi Starts Here
Kochi is the most out-of-the-way of Shikoku’s major cities, but trust me—it’s worth the slight stress of getting here.
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My Love Affair With Matsuyama
No matter what brings you to the largest city in Shikoku, one thing is clear.
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Tokyo, With Breathing Room
Could 4 days in Tokyo be the perfect amount of time to spend in Japan’s capital?
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Beyond the Bomb(s)
Obviously, the best way to resolve the Hiroshima vs Nagasaki debate is to visit both cities.
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