THINGS TO DO
THINGS TO DO
Visiting Japan and not sure what to do? Let us be your guide. Do you like food? You’re in luck. How about stunning nature? We’ve got it. History? Forget about it! In other words: there is no shortage of amazing things to do in Japan. Check out lively cities such as Tokyo and Osaka, or explore the temples and shrines of Kyoto or Nara. Chill out on the beaches of Okinawa or go hiking through the many mountains. Enjoy Michelin star food before heading to a ritzy cocktail bar for a nightcap. The articles below cover some of our favourite things to do in Japan, get exploring!
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Hozan-ji Temple: in the Mountains of Ikoma, Nara’s Hidden Wonder.
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Aomori’s Takayama Inari Shrine: Senbon Torii and Cherry Blossoms
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Strolling Through Yesteryear: Exploring Yanaka Ginza
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Yanaka Beer Hall: Craft Beer In A Traditional Setting
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Nawate dori: Matsumoto’s Charming Frog Street
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Nakamachi Street: Matsumoto’s Historic Thoroughfare
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Toyokuni Shrine: The Pagoda, The Preservation and the Provenance
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