Plan an easy Itoshima day trip from Fukuoka. Discover coastal spots like Sakurai Futamigaura, Keya no Oto, local seafood and sunset views. Summer in Fukuoka feels made for the sea. The days are bright ...

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Kimi Onoda is currently one of the most talked-about names in Japanese politics. A member of the House of Councillors representing Okayama Prefecture for Prime Minister Takaichi and the ruling Liberal ...

Japan’s smallest shrine in Toyama has a long history of faith, survival and rebuilding, drawing visitors who seek success in life’s challenges. Shrines are among Japan’s most iconic landmarks, and ...

A world where “favorite season” is a two-option question. Even things visitors may not immediately notice shift with the seasons. Food packaging changes color palettes throughout the year, while ...

Beneath the chants of Exorcism in Japan, something stirs. The dead still listen, and the living still try to talk them down. Even today, reports of spirit possession surface around the world. The Holy ...

Wondering how to meet men in Japan? From apps and meetups to avoiding the wrong guys, here’s how foreign women find dating opportunities. Trying to figure out how to meet men in Japan can feel like a ...

Let’s be real—life in Japan often means cramming everything you own into what feels like a generously sized closet or hotel room. That’s why more and more people turn to self-storage options in Japan ...

Want to see shooting stars this summer? The 2025 Perseid meteor shower, one of the brightest and most reliable celestial events of the year, will peak overnight on Tuesday, August 12, into the early ...

Looking for a day trip from Tokyo? Visit Sawara in Chiba for canal rides, historic float festivals, and delicious local eel dishes. I’m just another office worker in Tokyo, but I’m not a huge fan of ...

Why you should get out of Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka: too crowded, too expensive and not what people think. Here’s where to go in Japan instead. We get it. You’ve got a week, a bucket list and a JR Pass ...

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