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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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    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…

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    Walking from Sensoji Temple to Tokyo S…

    The weather was nice today, so I visited Sensoji Temple at 8:00 AM. At this hour, tourists were sparse, and even the …

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    Omikuji – A Traditional Japanese Fortu…

    Omikuji are traditional Japanese fortune slips that you can find at many shrines and temples across Japan. They offer…

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    Sankin-kōtai: The Edo System That Cont…

    Sankin-kōtai, often translated as the “Alternate Attendance System,” was a unique political institution that defined …

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    Kokyo Run: A Unique Running Experience…

    Running around the Imperial Palace—often called the “Kokyo Run”—is one of the most popular fitness activities in Toky…