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JR Group to End Sales of Round-Trip Tickets

December 3, 2024 - 06:47
The JR Group announced on December 2nd that it will end the sale of "round-trip tickets" by around March 2026. Additionally, "consecutive trip tickets" will also be discontinued during the same period. (News On Japan)
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Japan's All-Suite Cruise Ship Sets Sail on Maiden Voyage

December 2, 2024 - 12:36
Japan's first luxury cruise ship, where all rooms are suites, has departed Yokohama Port for its maiden voyage. (News On Japan)
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Hakodate Monkeys Enjoy Hot Springs

December 2, 2024 - 03:24
Japanese macaques at the Hakodate Tropical Botanical Garden in Yunokawa Onsen, Hakodate, Hokkaido, began their annual enjoyment of open-air baths on December 1st. (News On Japan)
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Yomiuriland Roller Coaster Stops Midway, 25 Passengers Rescued

December 2, 2024 - 03:15
The 'Bandit' roller coaster at Yomiuriland in western Tokyo, came to a grinding halt Saturday, leaving 25 passengers stranded. (News On Japan)
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The Sake Districts of Itami And Nada | Overnight Trip from Osaka

December 2, 2024 - 03:03
Sake, Japan's oldest alcoholic drink, dates back over a millennium. By the 17th century, it became widely popular and evolved into the sake known today. Follow along on this two-day trip exploring the sake regions of Itami and Nada in Hyogo Prefecture to learn about its production and export. (japan-guide.com)
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8 Unique Rides Through Japan's Alpine Route | Trip to Alps Hokuriku #1

November 29, 2024 - 07:39
Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route is connecting Nagano and Toyama over Japan's Northern Alps with 8 diffenrent transportation such as cable car adn electric bus. (Tokyo Kenchan)
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Gold Smuggling Hits Record High in Japan

November 29, 2024 - 07:30
Gold smuggling into Japan has reached unprecedented levels, with smugglers employing increasingly ingenious methods to evade detection. Customs officials have uncovered gold hidden in wigs, the tips of golf clubs, and even within luggage cart components. (News On Japan)
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Saga Prefecture Appoints Godzilla as Tourism Ambassador

November 28, 2024 - 08:19
Saga Prefecture has appointed Godzilla, the iconic monster from the special effects film series, as its tourism ambassador in celebration of the character's 70th anniversary this November. (News On Japan)
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Kanto's Biggest Sauna Facility Opens in Saitama

November 27, 2024 - 08:11
A new hot spring facility, touted as the largest in Kanto, opened this autumn in Tokorozawa, Saitama. Featuring saunas, gourmet collaborations, and private relaxation spaces, the complex has already garnered attention from enthusiasts. (News On Japan)
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Dating practice in Yokohama by Foreign Prince Hunters

November 25, 2024 - 14:13
A group of friends spends the day wandering around Yokohama's Chinatown, marveling at its beauty and atmosphere. (Smiley Time スマイリータイム)
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Foreign Visitors to Japan Set to Hit All-Time High

November 25, 2024 - 01:47
Japan is on track to surpass its all-time annual record for foreign visitors, with over 30 million arrivals so far this year. (News On Japan)
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2 Days Driving Around Mt.Fuji - Find 7 Best Spots to See Mt.Fuji

November 25, 2024 - 01:25
Mt.Fuji looks amazing where you see it from. If you have option of driving, you have a lot more choices of locations you can access. I went 1 night trip to Mt.Fuji an drove around 360 degree of the moutian. (Tokyo Kenchan)
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China to resume visa-exemptions for short-term Japanese travelers

November 23, 2024 - 03:55
China says it will resume allowing visa-free visits by Japanese nationals on short-term trips from the end of this month. (NHK)
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Nagoya's Highlights | Overnight Trip Itinerary

November 22, 2024 - 01:11
In this video, we'll head to Nagoya for an overnight trip, checking out some of the popular attractions the city has to offer. (japan-guide.com)
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Ueno Toshogu Shrine Shines in Gold with Special Lighting

November 21, 2024 - 11:52
A special lighting ceremony was held on November 20th at Ueno Toshogu Shrine, located in Ueno Park, Taito Ward, Tokyo. The event featured a unique lighting design created by renowned lighting designer Motoko Ishii. (News On Japan)
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Tourists Taking Risks Chasing the Perfect Shot

November 19, 2024 - 20:18
Foreign tourists flocking to Tokyo’s Roppongi have been engaging in dangerous photography, turning the area’s popular photo spots into safety hazards. (News On Japan)
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Asakusa to Host 'Longest Shopping Street in Japan'

November 19, 2024 - 06:41
A new shopping street, set to be Japan's longest, will open in Tokyo's Asakusa area on November 20th. Spanning 3 kilometers, it aims to surpass Osaka's Tenjinbashisuji Shopping Street, which currently holds the title at 2 kilometers. (News On Japan)
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Mt. Ninouji Autumn Panorama

November 19, 2024 - 03:50
Located in the northern part of the Echigo Mountain Range, this iconic mountain in Shibata is among Japan's '200 Famous Mountains.' It has long been a site of religious significance, with the Ninouji Shrine—designated as a Registered Tangible Cultural Property in March 2024—situated at the trailhead. (News On Japan)
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Mount Fuji Railway Plan Scrapped, 'Fuji Tram' Proposed

November 19, 2024 - 02:26
Yamanashi Prefecture announced the abandonment of its 'Mount Fuji Railway Plan,' which aimed to connect the base of Mount Fuji to the Fifth Station via a next-generation tram system. (News On Japan)
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Nine Months and 46,000 Kilometers to Tokyo

November 19, 2024 - 02:14
An Egyptian man has successfully traveled overland from Cairo to Tokyo without using an airplane, completing a journey spanning nine months and over 46,000 kilometers. (News On Japan)
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