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Monkeying around Osaka!: Discover the beauty through temples nature

It’s not all hustle and bustle though. Minoh City, a short train ride to the north of Osaka offers an easy getaway to the mountains, the historic and beautiful Katsuoji Temple, and the scenic Minoh Waterfall.

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Traditional Japanese yoshoku with Chinese twist at Seika in Yokosuka 

Among all the options, omurice is my favorite because of its unique, nostalgic taste. Whenever the mood strikes, I head to Seika, a Chinese restaurant serving up tasty yoshoku and Chinese dishes in Yokosuka City.

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Autumn Delicacies Festival to be held Sept. 18-23 in Sapporo, Hokkaido

This September, Sapporo Hitsujigaoka Observation Deck is celebrating with an event dedicated to some of the region’s best fall eats.

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Japan's autumn traditions: Gleaning reasons for ringing in season

In the Land of the Rising Sun, September marks the waxing of autumn and the traditional harvest season in which local customs such as “tsukimi” (moon viewing), “inekari” (rice harvesting) and “Higan” memorial services take place throughout Japan.


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VIDEO: Travel to Japan’s Edo Period at Asakusa’s Sensoji Temple in Tokyo

Among the many options you have for attractions in Tokyo, Asakusa’s old temple should absolutely be at the top of the list.

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Shop ‘til you drop at Yokohama Nanbu Shijo wholesale market

In Yokohama, you don’t have to wait until the weekend to shop fresh produce, seafood and other items at a wholesale market.


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Grab a delicious, cheap lunch at Japanese chain restaurant Nakau

There’s a massive variety of fast food to eat in Japan, some expensive and some cheaper than others. One place I have been visiting for quite some time is Nakau, a very affordable and delicious chain restaurant.

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Lunch at Coaska shopping center near Yokosuka always an adventure

I pass through the glass vestibule into Coaska Bayside Stores. Up the escalator, and I am met by a steady bustle of shoppers and commuters navigating the mall.

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Unique udon near Hardy Barracks at noodle chain Tsurutontan

No matter the time of year, you’ll find Japan’s noodle shops stay busy with locals and tourists digging into their bowls.

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Day trip to Akiruno City

Akiruno City, about a 30-minute drive from Yokota Air Base, is a popular spot for outdoor activities because of its lush forests and clear rivers.

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Tasty Tsuruoka City: Exploring the rural parts of Japan!

Yamagata’s Prefecture in Japan’s Tohoku Region is known for its stunning landscapes and execellent snow and hot springs.

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Road trip to Kobe: Tower, temple, onsen and lots of food

In Japan, hopping in a car for a road trip can be a fun and more cost-effective way to travel that hopping on plane or bullet train to explore a big city or faraway destination.

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A taste of yoshoku in Yokosuka

Yoshoku is a catch-all label for foods of western origin that have been infused with Japanese sensibilities, originally a product of ingredient cost, availability, or palatability during the Meiji Period.

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VIDEO: Peruse former aristocrat’s home, folk museum in Tokyo’s quiet Komaba district 

As you walk through Komaba’s quiet, tree-lined residential streets, it’s hard to imagine that this area in southwestern Tokyo was once where Edo Era shoguns would hunt wild game with their tamed hawks perched upon their arm.

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