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Winter Festivals in Japan, 2008

The Winter Festivities in Japan are a mixture of tradition and fun, with ample use of snow and ice, coloured lights, and fun runs with near-naked men. more...

Japan's 28 National Parks

Covering 5% of Japan's land mass, Japan' s national parks contain the most scenic areas with hiking trails, seashores, hot springs, water-loving monkeys, and even bears. more...

Japanese Food gains Michelin Stars

Japan's Cuisine has just gained 191 Michelin Stars, food that emphasizes seasonal ingredients exquisitely presented, sushi, tempura, sashimi and rice in all its forms more...

Winter in Japan, Snow and Ski

Japan offers excellent Winter Snow Sports, slopes for skiing, enthusiastic apres-snow life, wonderful scenery, and to get you there - the fabulous bullet train. more...

Japan Welcomes The Peninsula Tokyo

Joining a raft of 5* hotels that give Tokyo prestige in East Asia, The Peninsula Tokyo opened on September 1st in the heart of the fashionable Marunouchi district. more...

Japan's Spectacular Carnivals

Japan's spectacular Carnivals are events for visitors to enjoy and take part in, from an illuminated procession of papier-mache dummies to a festival honouring toads more...

Marriott Courtyard in Japan

In April this year, the former Renaissance Tokyo Ginza Toby hotel changes name to the Courtyard by Marriott Tokyo Ginza Hotel more...

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Akita, Japan's Secret Paradise

By: Helen McCarthy

Winter snow, history, local culture and the unhurried pace of rural Japan make Akita fun for the whole family. This unspoiled region has something for every visitor. more...

Anime Shopping in Osaka

By: Helen McCarthy

If you want to find anime and manga heaven outside Tokyo, go to Osaka, where you'll find white-knuckle rides, giant whales, the latest electronics, and Gundam kits. more...

Osaka's Bayside Playground

By: Helen McCarthy

Everyone will enjoy a day sightseeing in Osaka's Bay Area. You can watch undersea life, go shopping or sailing, see fine art and sunsets, or even get into movies. more...

Kanamara Matsuri Draws Crowds

By: Trenton Truitt

Held in early April, the Fertility Festival in Kawasaki is sure to be a memorable experience for any visitor to Tokyo. more...

Tokyo Disneyland - 25 Years

By: William Silvester

From an idea to provide recreation for Japanese businessmen, Tokyo Disneyland has grown into one of the world's premiere theme park destinations. more...

Alice In Wonderland Cafe

By: Trenton Truitt

Like most theme cafes, Alice in Wonderland Café is all about the atmosphere. A Tokyo restaurant that's unique and unforgettable, stop here on your travels to Japan. more...

Tokyo Theme Restaurants

By: Trenton Truitt

Whether you're looking for a fun experience for the kids, an interesting date night, or a lively party with friends, Tokyo theme restaurants may be the place to go. more...

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