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A quiet place to stop and think in bustling Shibuya
Shibuya is known for many things – for the large population, for Shibuya station being one of the busiest railway stations in Tokyo, for the scramble across Shibuya Crossing, for being a fashion district and of course for the nightl...

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History-steeped Treasure Trove in Shibuya
For the discerning shopper looking for something a little more unique than what's on display in Asakusa, Shibuya's Maruara Watanabe souvenir shop offers options a plenty. Fairly bursting at the seams, the kimono and souvenir shop overflows wi...

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Panoramic Views of Mount Fuji and Tokyo Tower
This grand hotel towers above its neighbors in the business end of Shibuya. On a fine day you can see Mount Fuji on one side and Tokyo Tower on the other side, and it is just a five minute walk west of the station. It is therefore also on...

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Where Alternative Youth Culture and Fashion Merge
If you want to experience the epicentre of youth culture and fashion, a walking tour through Meiji Dori is highly recommended. I would suggest starting at the Shibuya train station, from there find the east exit. Meiji Dori will be di...

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Italian Style Meets Japanese flavor
When people think about Japanese traditional food, they certainly picture noodles, sushi, or anything related to fish. However, there is something else that Japanese chefs master like in no other country: Yakiniku.
Yakiniku literally means grilled ...

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Stunning Scenery Along The Nakatsu Gorge
Akiyamago is an area between Sakae Village in Nagano and Tsunan Town in Niigata of great natural beauty. The road meanders up the gorge along the Nakatsu River with sheer cliffs on either side. Take a relaxed drive for some stunning views, mou...

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Fun Day Out At a Lesser Known Ski Area Japan has a staggering amount of ski resorts but the famous ones tend to get the majority of the attention. Head out for a bit of exploration and you can find some real gems that are almost deserted. Great news for intrepid skiers and snowboarde...

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LONELY PLANET
 
This is an excerpt from the food and drinks chapter of Lonely Planet's Tokyo guide.
Unlike the Western world, soft drinks (sodas) and other sweetened beverages rarely appear on the menu (with the exception, of course, being Western-style fast-food restaurants).
Needless to say, th...

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A Living Museum of Kyoto Soba Cuisine
It is part of Japanese culinary folklore to try the noodles at the train station. The idea is that you turn up at a stand-up yatai on the platform, try the regional specialty, and then move on. Preferably in under 15 minutes.
Fukuoka is famous fo...

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Go Eco-friendly And Explore Kyoto on Two Wheels
Make like the locals do in Kyoto and rent yourself a bike to see the city with. With so many temples, quaint little alleyways, and canal-side pathways to cruise through, Kyoto is best done by cycle. Kyoto Eco Trip offers bike rentals fo...

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