Osaka Tenjin Matsuri is absolutely worth the hassle.
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5 Japan Photography Sweet Spots
In my opinion, these are the best places in Japan for photography.
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The Easiest Japanese Festival to Attend
The Takayama Festival is one of my favorite matsuri I’ve attended in Japan—and not just because I was able to go without passing out from heat stroke.
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Monkeying Around in Japan
I’m well-equipped to tell you where to see snow monkeys in Japan, and to inform you about the how and when of your trip as well.
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The Truth About Golden Week
Can you travel during Golden Week in Japan?
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Everything You Need to Know About Kimono in Kyoto
Kimono rental in Kyoto has never been easier.
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Are Japan’s Animal Cafes Ethical?
The short answer is no.
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The Truth About Masks in Japan
A lot of people have the wrong idea about masks in Japan.
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When to Visit Japan
There’s no universal answer to the question of the best time to visit Japan.
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What to Know About Buying a SIM Card in Japan
Buying a SIM card in Japan is now not only possible, but relatively straightforward.
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The Secret to Getting Yen in Japan
Without a pocket full of yen in this surprisingly cash-centric country, you simply won’t get very far.
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The Tokyo Underground, De-mystified
Nearly 9 million people travel through the Tokyo underground system every day, many of whom are literal schoolchildren.
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The Truth About Solo Travel in Japan
Think traveling in Japan alone isn’t for you? Think again.
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24 Places to Go in Japan in 2024
2024 will be the best year—ever—to visit Japan.
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The Truth About the Ghibli Museum
Seeing the work of Hayao Miyazaki and company brought to life within the magical museum was something of a conversion experience for me.
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Japan’s Answer to Global Entry
If you can jump through the hoops of enrolling in the Japan Trusted Traveler program, entering Japan will become a great deal less painful.
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Is Tokyo Expensive?
It’s a matter of yes-and-no, not yes-or-no.
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A Trick for Booking Japan’s Best Restaurants
If you do need to make restaurant reservations in Japan, it doesn’t have to be daunting.
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Tohoku’s Marvelous Matsuri
Should you visit the Akita Festival or Aomori Festival—or both?
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Japan’s Fabulous Summer Festivals
Which of the summer festivals in Japan are you most excited to attend?
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