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CultureKitano Tenjin is Kitano Tenmangu Shrine So much to see on the shrine grounds
The Kitano Tenmangu Shrine that was build in honor of Sugawara no Michizane is the main shrine among…
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CultureThe National Science Museum focuses on the Earth, Nature and the path of humanity
From JR Ueno Station, Park exit it is a 5-minute walk to the museum located in Ueno Park. They have …
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CultureLearn the history of Okinawa while going on a journey that wishes for peace!
Okinawa is a region with a special history in Japan. By visiting areas of Okinawa that were devasted…
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CultureImportant cultural properties preservation is the mission and the Tokyo National Museum!
From the JR lines Ueno Station’s Park exit or the Guisudani Station’s south exit it is a 10-minute w…
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CultureFounded 1300 years ago the guardian gods of the Kanda Myojin still keep watch over citizens of Japan
The Kanda Myojin’s shrine is a 5-minute walk from the JR line Ochanomizu station Seibashi exit…
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CultureRelax at one of Okinawa’s red-tiled old private houses!
Okinawa has many shops that used old-fashioned traditional red roof tiles. You can feel comfortable …
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CultureThe appearance of the wavy glass of The National Art Center of Tokyo is like something from the future!
On the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda line go to the Aoyama cemetery station, exit 6. As you depart you will se…
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CultureEnjoy different cultures in Okinawa with an American mood!
In Okinawa where the US military bases are located in various places, the American culture still rem…
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CultureThe Yasukuni Shrine is dedicated to“building a peaceful nation.”
From the Tokyo Metro line Kudan Shita station it is a 5-minute walk to Yasukuni Shrine (靖国神社). It is…
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CultureEveryone enjoys shopping at the open-air Mori Art Museum After viewing the art
The Tokyo Metro Hibiya line Roppongi Station (六本木駅) connects directly from the concourse to the Ropp…
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CultureExperience this Oasis from the Ohte Machi walk to the center of the Imperial Palace East gardens.
On the East side of the Imperial Palace (皇居東御苑) (formerly Edo Castle ruins) is the Imperial garden, …
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CultureLearn the history of money The Bank of Japan Otaru Museum
The Bank of Japan Otaru Museum is a rare historical building in Hokkaido because it was built over o…
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Culture8 recreational area power spots in Okinawa that you will love!
Many believe that power spots may improve your love life and work situation. They say they feel a my…
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CultureKyoto Prefectural Botanical Garden is the place you could enjoy throughout the year! Cherry blossoms in spring, autumn leaves in fall, and illuminations in winter.
Photo credit: Kyoto Prefectural Botanical Garden Kyoto Prefectural Botanical Garden (京都府立植物園) is pub…
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CultureA Place of peace that remembers the Battle of Okinawa!
In the southern part of Okinawa’s main island is Itoman City. Here there are stunning views of the e…
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CultureLearn the history and culture of Hokkaido at the best 5 Museums of the North!
Learn about the history and culture of Hokkaido (北海道) at these 5 Museums. Stop in before sightseeing…
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