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Matsuri, festivals in Japan, are often spectacular, filled with color, exuberance, and tradition. Japan has perhaps more unique…
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In June, Japan finally reopened its borders to tourists, yet many temporary restrictions remain in place, and the country’s current…
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The good news for travelers is that there is no single best time of year to travel to Japan yet this makes it hard to decide when to visit,nt…
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If you love food, culture, and immersive travel experiences, it’s no surprise you’re thinking about…
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The exuberant energy of Osaka, Japan, is a striking contrast to the traditional culture of Kyoto, and the two Kansai…
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Even with the opening of Toyosu Market, the classic Tsukiji Market in Tokyo remains one of Japan’s most iconic and…
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In Tokyo’s western suburbs you’ll find the one-of-a-kind Ghibli Museum — a fantastic and whimsical museum dedicated…
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Even if you don’t love cold weather, it’s hard to resist the magic of winter in Japan, the coziest time of year…
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If you’re planning a trip to Japan, one of the most important, enjoyable, and challenging steps is deciding where in…
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At Boutique Japan, our specialty is helping travelers who believe that travel is about unique experiences, not just sightseeing or…
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The best hotels and ryokans in Japan range from charming traditional inns in the…
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The villages of Shirakawago and Gokayama have long been among the most photographed places…
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If you’re looking for the best ramen shop in all of Japan, you may be embarking on a lifelong quest…
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This food-loving country offers an amazing variety of culinary…
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If you’re planning a short trip and have 5 days in Japan, here are…
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A unique 9-day Japan itinerary featuring Tokyo, Kyoto, and the beautiful Izu Peninsula…
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If you’re the type of traveler who seeks out unique, non-touristy places, this short list of our…
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The Japan Rail Pass can be a great way to get around Japan, but most people don’t realize that it’s…
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Japan is fun, fascinating, and safe, making it one of the world’s…
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If you’re traveling to Japan, it can be quite helpful to learn at least a few key points when it…
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To help in your Japan trip planning, and complement your online research, we’ve compiled…
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Hakone is one of the greater Tokyo area’s most popular weekend escape destinations, thanks to…
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The small mountaintop Buddhist community of Mount Koya (Koyasan) is one of Japan’s…
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