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The Cheapest And Sweetest Places In Japan
The term dagashi in Japanese refers to cheap sweets or candy, also known as “penny sweets,” and was originally created as a source of sugary delights for people without much money to spare.
Dagashi these days come in many varieties and have a...

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Pop culture, comics, movies, TV shows, video games, and more
Venue: Intex Osaka When: May 5th - May 7th 2023
Following on from the popularity of the annual Tokyo ComicCon event, there's now an Osaka-based iteration taking place in May.
The event celebrates pop culture, comics, movi...

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An Unforgettable Cherry Blossom Viewing Experience
It's springtime in Japan, one of the most popular times for tourists this year. Springtime also means plenty of blooming sakura trees, with fluttering petals in shades of bright pink and subtle whites.
These trees are unlike any othe...

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Flavors And Aesthetics Inspired By The Coming Of Spring
In celebration of Japan’s renowned cherry blossom season, Mark Matsuoka Grill is offering a seasonal sakura-themed menu that embodies the essence of this magical time of year.
This Western-Japanese fusion restaurant, of which th...

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One Of Japan's Most Scenic Train Routes
The JR Tadami line is a scenic railway route that runs through the mountainous regions of Fukushima and Niigata prefectures.
The route is known for some spectacular scenery as it winds its way through the rugged landscape dotted with picturesqu...

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Handmade Comfort Food In Tokyo's Akasaka Area
Onigiri is a traditional Japanese snack made from rice, typically shaped into a triangle or ball and often filled with fish or meat, pickled vegetables, and other ingredients.
You'll find them across the country at convenience stores, sup...

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Incredible Discounts On Stays In This Popular Prefecture
Shizuoka is a traveler's dream, with natural sights like Mount Fuji, tea fields, and stunning coastlines just some of the attractions to explore in the prefecture.
It's also an extremely popular spot with locals, and has be...

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Celebrate Cherry Blossoms At An Australian-Renowned Eatery
Venue: bills restaurants in Tokyo, Kanagawa, Osaka, and Fukuoka When: Mar 1st - Apr 9th 2023
bills, a Sydney, Australia-established restaurant, is welcoming Japan’s cherished cherry blossom season with festive sakura decorati...

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Get Your Gyoza Fix At Hiroshima Gate Park Plaza
Venue: Hiroshima Gate Park Plaza When: Apr 28th - May 7th 2023
After successful turnouts in Tokyo, Osaka, and Saitama previously, the Craft Gyoza Festival is making its way to Hiroshima Gate Park Plaza this spring.
Various types of gyoz...

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Fine Dining And Sake Pairing In A Renovated Brewery
In January 2023, “Shozan” restaurant opened inside a renovated portion of the original Katsuyama brewery in central Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture. Serving French cuisine with a Japanese flare, the luxury dining experience brings to...

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