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The Best Beaches in Japan
Most visitors to Japan think of the country’s culture before its coastline, but with unspoiled sands, turquoise waters, and many tropical islands, it may be the perfect destination for your next beach...
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Japan’s Most Beautiful Shrines
There are over 150,000 shrines in Japan, ranging from National Treasures to local landmarks. Shrines often get lumped in with temples, but there are a few key differences. Shrines are Shinto places of...
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Traditional Annual Events in October in Japan
The Festival of the Ages in Kyoto, held every October via Hideyuki KAMON on flickr From celebrating the world’s largest algae to fighting portable shrines, some of Japan’s most exciting annual...
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Top 3 Reasons to Visit Osaka
Osaka aquarium from David Offf on Flickr There are hundreds of reasons to visit Osaka. From exploring ancient shrines to shopping for high-fashion to cracking up at a local comedy show, Osaka has a...
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Best Views in Osaka
View of Osaka Bay via eutrophication and hypoxia on Flickr On the ground, Osaka can feel small and crowded. From above, the city looks sprawling and elegant, its skyline illuminated by thousands of...
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Japan’s Most Beautiful Castles
Daigoji Temple Japan Once upon a time, castles served as defensive measures in Japan, meant to repel warring foes. The fortresses were blockaded and protected by moats, tall towers, and maze-like paths...
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Best Skiing Near Sapporo
Sapporo Kokusai ski resort via Dom Pates on Flickr With an average annual snowfall of just over 20 feet, Sapporo is Japan’s coldest and snowiest cities. Sapporo’s proximity to mountains makes it one of...
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Best Temples and Shrines in Hiroshima
Itsukushima Miyajima via Vesna Middelkoop on Flickr Although the majority of tourists that visit Hiroshima come to see sites dedicated to the memory of the tragic bombing in World War II, Hiroshima is...
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Take Viator With You — Download Our Insider’s Guide to Tokyo
At Viator, our goal has always been to help travelers find the best things to see and do around the world. Our team of travel insiders handpicks every tour, our mobile apps keep you connected on the go...
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Famous Furano Flower Fields
Famous Furano flower fields via titanium22 on Flickr Hokkaido, the northernmost island of Japan, is known for growing lavender. The iconic purple flower grows in fields for as far as the eye can see....
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