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Smooth wrinkles without an iron: This small gadget changed my life and it will change yours too
I never leave town without my trusty $22 garment steamer — here's why.
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What's Japan Like in Summer? Tokyo Weather & What to Wear for June, July and August 2019!
In Japan's summer, which is from June through August, the weather gets fairly hot right after the rainy season in June finishes up. Although summer in Tokyo is not as hot as some of the other areas around Asia, temperature differences between day and evening can be fairly great, and it's necessary
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Fluffy and Delicious: Enjoy Japan’s Best Pancakes at the Top 3 Cafés in Harajuku and Omotesando!
If there’s one universal truth, it’s that everybody loves pancakes. That’s why every country and culture has its very own version of the delicious dish – sometimes sweet, sometimes savory, fluffy and thick or crispy and thin. Japan, known for its sweet tooth, is no exception to this rule. Actually, the
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Only in Japan?! Get a Delicious Hot Sandwich While You Get Your Laundry Done!
Coin laundries are becoming fashionable in Japan! World Neighbors Café Kiyosumi-Shirakawa which opened in April 2017 is an example of this. It combines a coin laundry with a café and is so photogenic that it’s the perfect place to visit when you have a free day, take some photos, and post them on your
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Shopping in Shibuya: 3 Hot Souvenir Shops and Popular Products Among Tourists!
Going shopping in Shibuya? You're in good company! This trend-setting Japanese town is popular among avid shoppers of all nationalities because of the mesmerizing amount of shops with interesting wares that will keep anyone busy for days! Needless to say, plenty of shops here sell items that would
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Careful! Things You 'Can' and 'Can’t' Bring Into Japan
Something you want to be careful when traveling is your belongings. Every country has customs and will check your luggage, however depending on the country prohibited objects can be different. Even if it is something that you always have on hand or a gift to a friend, if it is prohibited by law, it will
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Wagyu in Ueno Tokyo: Get Your Fill of Japanese Wagyu Beef in Ameyoko!
Japanese cuisine is well-known, of course, for sushi, rice, and ramen, but and equally delicious menu option is Japanese beef! It has a unique and delicate flavor that is popular all over the world. We’d like to introduce a Shabu-shabu restaurant in Tokyo's Ueno neighborhood, where you can order
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Kamakura Day Trip Ideas: Trainspotting and traveling along the quaint Enoden Railway!
Hi there! My name is Atsumi, and one of my favorite things to do is introduce railways throughout Japan. This time I combined a trip along the Enoshima Electric Railway with some walking tours recommended by a consultant, Mr. Toshiyuki, who joined me along with photographer Yoichi Yoshinaga, who
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Best Ramen in Tokyo? 3 Must-Try Ramen Shops in Tokyo for Noodle Lovers!
Ramen undoubtedly is one of Japan’s most prominent national foods, loved by young and old alike. Not only Japanese people have succumbed to the delicious noodle soup, but more and more curious gourmets all around the globe are also becoming fans of the savory taste. Here we introduce 3 of the top
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Iconic Neighborhoods and More: Inside Tokyo's Top 10 Shopping Streets
Tokyo’s fascinating tourist attractions aren’t limited to high-profile locations and shopping malls. More than 90% of Tokyo’s shopping malls were developed after World War II. Prior to that, people did much of their shopping in “shopping streets” where they could purchase daily necessities. One
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Top 5 Picks for Food Around the Kumagaya Rugby Stadium Area for Pre and Post-Match Meals!
Kumagaya is one of the venues where international rugby matches are held. It is well-known as a "rugby town" that has had a long and prosperous relationship with the sport. Located in northern Saitama Prefecture and surrounded by lush nature, the place is also famous for its delicious specialties
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Exploring Southern Hokkaido! Hakodate & Onuma: 2-day, 1-night itinerary
Thanks to the opening of the Shinkansen in March 2016, Hakodate has become one of Hokkaido's top tourist spots. Historical buildings, colorful reminders of old foreign influence, line the streets evoking a retro feeling as you stroll along them. There is much to see and do: take in the night view
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Japan Food Guide: 3 Popular Shops Where You’ll find Obihiro's Specialty, Pork Bowl!
Layers of thick pork slices on top of rice, seasoned with a sweet and spicy sauce and served in a bowl – that’s Obihiro’s specialty “pork bowl”! The origin of this dish is from Obihiro City in Hokkaido’s Tokachi region. This pork bowl is also a commonly made home dish in the Tokachi district. As an item
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Tokyo Day Trips: 10 Spots to Explore Just 1 to 2 Hours Away from Tokyo!
Tokyo is dotted with fascinating sightseeing spots, from traditional temples to modern pop culture. Most of the major sightseeing areas such as Asakusa, Shinjuku, Ginza, and Akihabara are well-covered in every guidebook, but Japan’s charms are just as plentiful outside the city center. With a train ride
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Robatayaki, Jingisukan and More: Must-try Mouthwatering Hokkaido Cuisines
In the broad expanse of Hokkaido you can find a wide selection of local cuisines from port towns offering fresh seafood to places inland where local-grown meat and vegetables are used in the dishes. Especially in the case of ramen there are unique variances; Sapporo ramen and Hakodate ramen have different
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Japan Burger Guide: 3 Awesomely Authentic Burger Shops in Tokyo!
The hamburger undoubtedly is one of America's national foods. Of course, it’s also a popular fast food in Japan, but recent years have seen more and more hamburger restaurants starting to serve authentic gourmet burgers that offer an entirely different level of deliciousness! We took a closer
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Japan's Smoking Laws: Coping with Tourism - A Nation Still Living in the Past?
The smoking laws in Japan a take on a rather unique shape. Said laws are often unclear; smoking is acceptable in many establishments, yet often outlawed on pedestrian walkways, permitted on one side of a cafe partition, yet forbidden on the other. To some these laws seem a little laissez-faire, to others
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Hokkaido Japan Road Trip: Rental car advice and planning tips you want to know
Occupying more than 20% of Japan’s land, it’s no understatement to say that Hokkaido is a vast area. To go sightseeing in Hokkaido, train, bus, car (rental) or airplane is necessary. The most convenient and flexible option is rental car. Unlike public transportation, you don’t have to worry about
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Spa LaQua: Experiencing a Natural Hot Spring in the Middle of Tokyo
A ten-minute train ride away from the massive Tokyo Station lies Tokyo Dome City, a large entertainment complex right at Tokyo Dome, where various events, concerts, and baseball games are held throughout the year. Next to Tokyo Dome Hotel, attractions such as roller coasters, and around 50 shops and
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Enjoy Tasty Sushi for Under 1,000 Yen at These 3 Sushi Shops!
Sushi, by far the most famous and popular food of Japanese cuisine! While sushi comes in many different varieties, most people outside of Japan likely imagine “nigiri” first. The skillful sushi chef shaping the vinegared rice with a few, masterful gestures and placing the neta (topping) on top of it,
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Yokohama Guide: Stunning Night Views & More! 6 Essential Attractions of Yokohama
Located just to the south of Tokyo, Yokohama is convenient to access from the center of the city. Yokohama Port, opened in 1859, is a vibrant city where foreign cultures can coexist, such as the Western world and China. One of the most exciting spots here part is the factory tour for parents and
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Complete Sapporo New Chitose Airport Guide: Dining, Souvenir Shopping, Entertainment and more!
The New Chitose Airport is the aerial gateway to Hokkaido through which more than 20 million visitors pass each year and it is also the largest airport in Hokkaido. Since the terminal buildings were renovated in 2011, the airport has been transformed into a commercial complex hosting a wide array
