By Japan Travel Now

WHERE TO SHOP IN OSAKA

Japan’s big cities are shopping havens; you’ll find all sorts of items sold in them whether you’re on a budget or willing to splurge. Osaka is like any other big city in the country. Its claim to fame is that it is Japan’s kitchen. However, foodies aren’t the only ones

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TOP THINGS TO DO IN OKINAWA

Okinawa is a famous destination for locals because of its beaches, but the prefecture is not just about its beautiful shorelines because there are places of interest for travelers from different parts of the world. These come in the form of cultural and historic sites, waterfalls, gardens, and museums just

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TOP THINGS TO DO IN KANAZAWA

During the time of samurais and feudal lords of the Edo Period, the Maeda Clan used Kanazawa as their seat of power. The clan came only second to the Tokugawa feudal lords. Because of the Maeda’s wealth and stature, Kanazawa grew in size and affluence, which also resulted in a

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TOP THINGS TO DO IN YOKOHAMA

Yokohama is one of the biggest cities in Japan with around 3 million living within its confines. Japan followed a self-isolationist policy for a few centuries. When the Edo Period was about to end, the port located in Yokohama was one of the first to open to foreigners. Because of

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WHAT TO EAT IN OSAKA

Japan has exported its culture to the world. One of its biggest and most popular exports is its food. Who hasn’t tried ramen and sushi at least once in their life? Going on a food trip is always included in the itinerary when planning a visit to Japan. One of

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TOP THINGS TO DO IN NIKKO

Tokyo is a big bustling city with plenty to see and do; for those who want to get away from the concrete jungle, Nikko in Tochigi Prefecture is a destination to consider. A quaint town north of Tokyo, Nikko has many cultural and historic sites for those who want to

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