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Relax at Mount Fuji
What are the first things that come to your mind when you think of Japan? Tokyo, sushi, and probably the majestic Mount Fuji. Only two hours from metropolitan Tokyo you will find the perfect spot for a relaxing and fun weekend or even a short vacation. Mount Fuji ...

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Stand Up In The Heart of Shibuya
If you are looking for a short lunch or dinner break while shopping or sightseeing around Shibuya, Uogashi Nihonichi standing sushi bar is definitely the place to visit.
A standing sushi bar is a small restaurant where all the customers stand around...

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A Dash of Spain In The Heart of Shibuya
In the heart of Shibuya, among the neon lights, karaoke boxes, love hotels and all the other weird stuff the area is packed with, there is a peculiar little street called in Udagawa-cho, popularly known as Supein-zaka ("Spanish Hill").
 
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Shibuya's Flagship Store Carries Books in English
The giant Tower Records store in Shibuya has long been a popular place to find English books in Tokyo. However, the shop underwent some renovations and those who haven't visited for a few years may be surprised to see how much this se...

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Reviving a Lost Art Form in This Artist's Paradise
The Kubota Itchiku museum is actually an artist’s paradise. It was built by the artist Kubota Itchiku (1917-2003) himself and showcases his priceless creations. Kubota Itchiku was a textile artist who dedicated his whole life to revi...

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Famous Noodles of Yamanashi Prefecture
Houtou is a famous local specialty in Yamanashi Prefecture. It is a type of dish that is made with flat udon noodles and vegetables, and a miso-based soup that is very rich and thick like a stew. Many Japanese people rarely consider it to be an ...

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Machiya Chic in Central Kyoto
Stepping into Hotel Kanra is like stepping into an art gallery and a fashion show, all at the same time. The clean angled lines, the warm mood lighting and even the perfume transport you to another world, like you have woken up in your dream inside a tal...

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Will You Be Here In Time To Experience it?
An event that only happens seven times a year is an event not to be missed. Aside from housing a plethora of beautiful historic sites and shrines, Kyoto is host to the Umekoji Handicrafts Market held near Umekoji Park.
 
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Off The Beaten Path
Kyoto is filled with an overwhelming amount of history, culture and of course temples and shrines. Many are World Heritage Sites, recognized across the world as important pieces of culture that deserve further upkeep, respect and attention. To the unfamiliar visit...

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Retire To a Place Of Peace & Tranquility
While this is not located within the confines of Central Kyoto, but if you can bear a 20-30 min bus ride and want to escape the tourist bustle of the city then you will find this minor inconvenience just that. Minor. It is the only place I sta...

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