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 		Kyoto, Japan's Winter Wonderland
Winter is an especially good time to visit the white, snowy wonderland that is Kyoto, Japan, but this year the city is offering amazing discounts on food and lodging.
Japan in August, Festivals and Fireworks
The Japanese really let their hair down when it comes to events that range from the exotic to the amazing, and August is the month for spectacular festivals and fireworks
New Budget & Luxury Hotels in Tokyo and Okinawa
International Luxury Chains as well as the budget Citidines Hotels, continue to open new hotels from Tokyo to Okinawa, while Park Hyatt offers new Tokyo Massage to guests
Japan on a Budget, Budget Hotels & Free Sights
Japan on a budget would once have been a contradiction in terms, but no longer. In the last decade, other cities have taken over this slot and Japan is now affordable.
Where To Go In Japan
Japan is complex, exciting and beautiful, with glamourous cities, culture, countryside and parks, and where to go can pose a problem for the first time visitor.
Kabukicho, Tokyo's Red Light District
Kabukicho, Tokyo's red light district, is a neon-drenched enclave packed with sex shops, love hotels, pachinko parlours, and pleasure houses catering for both sexes.
Michelin Star Restaurants in Tokyo 2009
Of the 173 restaurants and 30 hotels that won awards in the Michelin Guide Tokyo 2009, many are new this year and Tokyo has potential for even more in 2010.
Etiquette Guide for Foreign Visitors to Japan
Japanese Etiquette can be a minefield for foreign visitors, but treat everyone and everything with a little sensitivity and no offense will be caused.
December Festival Events in Japan
December is the month for Festival Events for warriors, daruma Buddha dolls, flaming purification ceremonies and gigantic lantern floats. All this and New Year's Eve.
Hydrangea Festivals in Japan
June and July see the hydrangea festival season in Japan, heralding the arrival of summer. This is a spectacular festival of flowers, of which many visitors are unaware.
New Guides to Japan
A new Rough Guide to Japan is in all good bookshops, but don't forget the D.K. Eyewitness Guide and The Guide to Unforgettable Walks, all providing excellent information.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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
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
Fukuoka Japan, a Traditional City
Fukuoka, one of Japan's most dynamic cities, is rich in traditions, yet it is a city of shopping-malls, modern subways and high rise condominiums.
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 		Things to Know When Living in Japan
As in any culture, there are certain do's and dont's that are best to follow and these are some things a foreigner should know when living in Japan.
Staying at a Ryokan
Plan a stay at a ryokan for an authentic experience of Japanese life and culture.
Japan for the Free Independent Traveller
The attractions of Japan are many, varied, and increasingly popular. For the best possible visitor experience and value, research and planning are essential to the trip.
Pachinko – A Wacky Taste of Japanese Culture
Forget the temples. If you want to know the real Japan, pop into a pachinko parlor for the afternoon. Although declining in popularity, they are still everywhere.
UNESCO World Heritage Site – Nikko, Japan
Located outside of Tokyo, Japan, the shrines and temples of Nikko have been deemed a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1999, attracting thousands of tourists yearly.
The Studio Ghibli Museum
Studio Ghibli is a world-renowned film studio and the museum that honours the studio's creations is a top travel destination for any fans making a visit to Japan.
When In Tokyo, Be Sure to Have Some Greens
Traveling in Tokyo need not be exhausting. Often, the city's most popular shopping and entertainment districts are closely located to easily accessible urban oases.
Ise – A Small Japanese City Big On Spirituality
The coastal city of Ise is considered the most sacred place in Japan and is brimming with cloak and dagger attractions delivered with unparalleled country hospitality
Kanazawa – Japan's mini Kyoto
Kanazawa has long been affectionately known as 'mini Kyoto' in Japan. Visitors can experience the mix of modern and traditional Japan in a compact, visitor friendly city
Temple Lodging at Japan's Sacred Mount Koya
Mount Koya challenges stereotypes of Japan as a purely consumerist society. Mount Koya's charms remind visitors of Japan's rural backbone and its people's love of nature
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Museum
In Hiroshima, the Peace Memorial Park and Museum offers solemn remembrance of the atrocity that befell the city in 1945.
Osaka Is A Family Friendly Place Great For Kids
Osaka can't compete with the historical beauty of its Kansai neighbours Nara and Kyoto, but the second biggest city in Japan is one of its most family friendly.
Enjoy A Design Fix in Central Kyoto
In Japan, Kyoto's rich cultural heritage looms large, but can often be intimidating to visitors. One section of central Kyoto offers some wonderful alternatives.
Visit Japan
Japan is an intriguing destination for foreign tourists, and offers a wide range of attractions.
The Enigmatic Geisha
Discover the intricate rituals of Japan's famous entertainers, and learn what it takes to become a geisha.
The Median Tectonic Line Museum
The Median Tectonic Line (MTL) is a major constructional fault in Japan, running from Kyushu to Kanto. How to put it in a museum?
Visiting Odaiba, Tokyo
Odaiba offers an entire day's worth of fun and quirky attractions. The man-made island once built for defense purposes now houses great shopping, eating and sightseeing.
Visiting Harajuku Tokyo
The crowd tends to be young and quirky, but everyone can find something amusing to do in Harajuku, whether people-watching or eating delicious Japanese-style crepes.
Visiting Shibuya in Tokyo
Shibuya is an exciting part of Tokyo with a lot to offer to young visitors. Learn how to get to Shibuya and about some of the key places to shop, eat and play there.
Kyoto In A Day
Sample world heritage sites and onsen in Kyoto with an affordable mix of old and modern Japan for even the tightest of budgets.
Visit the Imperial Palace in Tokyo
One of Japan's most famous tourist sites is the Imperial Palace in Tokyo.
Japan Travel – How to Ride in a Japanese Taxi
Just like everything else in Japan, riding in a cab is rife with etiquette rules. Follow these tips to blend in and be minimize the stress of trying to catch a cab.
Life as an American in Japan
When relocating to Japan for work or study, the cultural differences can be overwhelming at times, but also beneficial.
Stay at a Ryokan in Japan
A Japanese ryokan offers an interesting alternative to hotel accommodation.
Japan Travel – Ancient City of Kamakura
A visitor to Japan will benefit from quick day trips outside the confines of Tokyo. Visiting Kamakura is a great opportunity to see some of Japan's rich cultural history
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