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May 9, 2020
Visit Osaka Castle
Osaka Castle is a must-visit on any trip to Kansai. Learn a bit about its history, how to access Osaka Castle, how to buy tickets and more.
May 4, 2020
Everything You Need To Know About Tokyo’s Tsukiji Fish Market
Although there's plenty to do in Tokyo, one of the city’s most continuously popular tourist attractions was the Tsukiji Fish Market.
May 1, 2020
Visiting Universal Studios Japan
Universal studios Japan (USJ), is the largest amusement park in Osaka. Learn about ticket prices, day passes, attractions, money saving tips and park access.
April 30, 2020
14 Day Japan Itinerary: Tokyo, Kyoto, Hiroshima And Hakone
To help you plan the trip, we’ve created this 14-day Japan itinerary that includes Tokyo, Kyoto, Hiroshima and Fuji-Hakone.
April 8, 2020
Using The Jr Pass On The Hiroshima Sightseeing City Bus
Learn about how to use the JR Pass on the Hiroshima sight seeing bus. Including bus lines, time tables, bus stops and what the best sightseeing spots are.
April 2, 2020
How To Visit Uji With The Jr Pass
Nestled between Kyoto and Nara, travellers visit Uji for three main things: World Heritage sites, its green tea and its connetion to The Tale of Genji.
March 31, 2020
Guide To Aizuwakamatsu, The Samurai City Of Japan
Known as the ‘Samurai City’, the historic city of Aizuwakamatsu is full of heritage landmarks tied to its proud samurai past that it fought to preserve.
March 28, 2020
Visit Tomonoura Japan’s Real Life ‘Ponyo’ Town
Studio Ghibli fans simply have to visit the gorgeous port town of Tomonoura, the real-life inspiration for the charming animated film, Ponyo on the Cliff by The Sea.
March 23, 2020
Visit Hiroshima With The Japan Rail Pass
Hiroshima may be known to tourists thanks to its infamous past, but few realise the variety of things to do in Hiroshima that make it even more interesting.
March 22, 2020
Does Japan Celebrate Easter?
Every year, Easter is getting bigger in Japan. Following in Christmas and Valentine’s footsteps, Easter celebrations are becoming more popular and widespread across the country - with a unique Japanese twist.
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