Not everyone will have the time or inclination to visit the Akashi Fish Market, but if you do, you won’t leave disappointed.
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The Spirit of Kyoto
“Temple fatigue” is a very real phenomenon.
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Battle of the Japanese Capitals
If you’ve never been to either city, comparing Tokyo vs Kyoto might seem futile.
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The Dreamiest Day Trips from Kyoto
Selecting the right day trips from Kyoto is at least as important as planning the city-center portion of your Kyoto itinerary.
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How to Reach Hakone’s Bubbling Baths
Planning a day trip from Tokyo to Hakone?
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The Secret of Gujo Hachiman
Is Gujo Hachiman worth visiting?
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Is Kanazawa or Takayama Better for Travelers?
I’m not sure why so many people mention Kanazawa and Takayama in the same conversation.
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Is Kamikochi Worth Visiting?
Make sure Kamikochi ends up fitting into your travel plans perfectly.
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How to See Japan’s Waterfall Pagoda
It’s one of the most spectacular places in the country—and not just in a visual sense.
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The Wildest Way Through Shikoku
I hope you’ll find my Iya Valley itinerary inspiring.
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The Truth About Shirakawa-go
Many of my readers are surprised I feel this way.
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Japan’s Best Farmhouse Village
Should you visit Shirakawa-go or Gokayama, or both?
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Is Takayama Worth Visiting?
It took me a long time to fully understand Takayama, but the love was immediate.
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Should You Visit Takaoka?
Takaoka punches pretty far above its weight.
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Fukui is Actually Fantastic
The fact remains: Fukui doesn’t get much love.
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My New Favorite Japan Road Trip
I felt anxious as I drove onto the Noto Peninsula, but not necessarily in a bad way.
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Kanazawa for Any Traveler
I hope the insights I’ve gained over the course of my many trips help you as you plan yours.
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Tokyo’s Most Underrated Day Trip
It was only because of a wild hair that I even bothered to stop at Omiya Bonsai Village on my way back to Tokyo.
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Toyama, at Long Last
Is Toyama worth visiting?
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Why Takayama Takes Time
It isn’t quick to get from Tokyo to Takayama, though it is relatively easy.
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