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A Spring Walk Through Bay Area Parks
Now that the cherry blossoms are almost gone, the next stage of spring for Yokohama is the tulips, pansies, gladiolas, and various other flowers. For the next six to eight months there will be a continuous parade of blossoming flowers, bushes, and...

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Kanagawa's Homegrown Ramen Chain
 
Nanashi brings Iekei-style ramen to its outlets across Kanagawa and Tokyo, including the heart of Shibuya, and delivers its own signature Iekei experience for ramen-lovers to enjoy. Iekei implies a tonkotsu shōyu base, popular across the Yokohama re...

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Affordable Accommodation In The Heart of Sapporo
Sapporo is a beautiful city to visit at anytime of year and there are a lot of accommodation options so it can be hard to choose the right option for you. Khaosan is one of the larger hostel companies in Japan and the Sapporo location ...

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The Perfect Spot For The Perfect Pancakes
The thing about pancakes is you either like them or you love them – they’re possibly one of the most loved foods around and I'm no exception because I definitely love me some pancakes! 
Now imagine this – it’s early in the morning, the sun is...

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Beautiful Place For Red Autumn Leaves Near Mount Fuji
One of the most popular spots to see red leaves in Japan is the Maples Corridor or "Momiji Kairou" at Lake Kawaguchi. Momiji means red leaves and a "Momiji Matsuri" festival is held every year from the end of October to mid Novemb...

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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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