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Shibamata Travel Guide: Old Tokyo’s Hi…
What is Shibamata?Shibamata is one of Tokyo’s most charming traditional districts, known for its historic temple, ret…
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Koishikawa Korakuen Garden Guide: Hist…
What is Koishikawa Korakuen?Koishikawa Korakuen Garden is the oldest surviving daimyo garden in Edo, constructed in 1…
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What is the Japanese Zodiac (Eto)?
The Japanese zodiac, called Eto, is a traditional system based on a 12-year cycle, where each year is represented by …
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Gotokuji Temple: Manekineko that Bring…
Early spring in Japan carries a very special feeling. Around Risshun (the traditional first day of spring), I visited…
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Edo Goshiki Fudō Pilgrimage
The Edo Goshiki(Five-Colored) Fudō refer to the Fudō Myōō deities known as Me-shiro (White-Eyed), Me-aka (Red-Eyed)…
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Today’s Big Mac Price in Japan (Feb 12…
Hey there! Planning your Japan trip? Let’s do something fun and usefulToday in Japan, aBig Mac costs about ¥480.So wh…
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Access from Narita Airport to Tokyo
Narita International Airport (NRT) is located about 60 kilometers east of central Tokyo. Travelers have several conve…
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What Is “Otoshi” at a Japanese Izakaya…
When you visit a Japanese izakaya (a casual pub), you will often receive a small dish called “otoshi” as soon as you …
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Edo Six Jizo: The 6 Guardian Statues P…
The origin of the Edo Rokujizōson is as follows. Jizō Osho Shōgen, who resided in Fukagawa, Edo (present-day Kōtō War…
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Sightseeing in Tokyo on Rainy Days
Sometimes, even when you've carefully planned your itinerary, it rains. Rather than forcing outdoor sightseeing and g…