Top 10 Things to Do at Lake Yamanaka: The Eastern Gem of the Fuji Five Lakes
Lake Yamanaka, also known as Yamanakako, is the largest Fuji Five Lakes in the Yamanashi Prefecture. Located at the foot of…
Tokyo’s Eye-Catching Transparent Public Bathrooms Challenge Social Norms
In Tokyo, public bathrooms were given a modern, innovative makeover. Two public parks in the bustling Shibuya district feature futuristic restrooms…
Japan Begins Controversial Release of Fukushima Wastewater into Pacific Ocean
In a controversial move, Japan has started releasing treated radioactive wastewater from the damaged Fukushima nuclear power plant into the Pacific…
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Tap-and-Go Credit Card Payments Finally Coming to Tokyo Train Stations
Tokyo’s extensive rail network is set to become even more convenient and tourist-friendly as major transit operators begin rolling out contactless…
Takao Shito vs. Narita: One Man’s Lifelong Struggle to Save His Family’s Land Inside the Airport
In the rural countryside 40 miles outside of Tokyo lies Narita International Airport, one of Japan’s largest and busiest airports. Over…
13 Fastest Trains in the World in 2025
Imagine traveling at speeds of up to 375 mph, leaving cars and planes in the dust. This is the reality of…
Yen Slides to 9-Month Low Against US Dollar, Boosting Appeal of Japan Travel
The Japanese yen has weakened significantly against the US dollar over the past several months, dropping to levels not seen since…
Tokyo Disneyland Ticket Prices Set to Increase Up to 10,900 Yen in October
Tokyo Disneyland announced that ticket prices will be increasing starting October 1, 2023. This is the first time in the park’s…
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TeamLab Transforms Historic Kanazawa Castle into a Digital Art Space
The art collective TeamLab will host an immersive digital art exhibition titled “TeamLab: Digitized Kanazawa Castle” at the historic Kanazawa Castle…
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Burger King Japan Unveils Giant “Crown the One-Pounder” Burger
Burger King Japan has introduced a new massive burger aptly named the “Crown the One-Pounder.” Weighing in at approximately 1.1 pounds…
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