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United Airlines unveils its next fleet paint design

Updated aircraft livery is the next step in United's ongoing efforts to modernize its visual brand.
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Japan: There’s an app for that

To help make sense of the public transport system, news, food, language and stay safe, there are a number of applications you can download.
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Scenic waterfalls quite a sight

Tsuwano is a castle town nestled in a narrow valley, between the Aonoyama and the Shiroyama mountains, the latter loosely translated as "castle hill".
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Black Ship Festival in Shimoda

Perry and his Black Ships dropped by Shimoda after the successful signing of the Amity Treaty in 1854. He inspected the designated international port and determined 13 rules of usage of port and facility as an appendix to the Treaty.
Photos by Takahiro Takiguchi
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Retracing Commodore Perry’s footprint in Japan

To the unknowing passerby, Uraga and Kurihama, near Yokosuka Naval Base, may be small and ordinary looking Japanese towns. But both are where American Commodore Perry and his “Black Ships” landed in 1853, which marked the beginning of diplomacy and trade agreements between the U.S. and Japan.
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Book your next trip without breaking the budget

The worst part of a vacation is, of course, coming home after a week away from the real world. You look at your credit card statement and find it littered with charges you don’t even remember.
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Oodles of noodles

If you are like me and you have an affinity for one of the best inventions ever bestowed upon mankind, yes, I’m talking about instant noodles, you will love hearing about this must-see, one of a kind museum! The Cupnoodles Museum in Yokohama is a tribute to this delicious meal, as well as to its founder Momofuku Ando.
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Exploring Fuji Five Lakes a family adventure for Yokota teen

You probably know all about the Saiko Forest, ice caves and different views of Fuji, but what else is there to do around Japan's great lakes? Well, my family and I recently went on an adventure to find out. 
 
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Yokohama Minato Mirai 21 a great day trip

Whether you live near Atsugi or Yokosuka, Yokohama Station is a fairly quick train ride and from there, Minato Mirai Station is only two stops away. It is an excellent place to step out into Japan to explore without having the worrying burden of traveling for hours.
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Discovering the 'Hidden Christians' of Japan

In modern Japan where most people turn to Shinto shrines to bless babies, Christian-style chapels for weddings and Buddhist temples for funerals, it’s hard to imagine anyone worshiping in secret for fear of persecution. But in matters of faith, old habits can be as resilient as religious tradition.
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Sip on this: Take a tasty tour of Japan's Namamugi’s Kirin Factory

Much like in America, beer is the most popular alcoholic beverage in Japan. Whether it’s a BBQ, family gathering or just a good ol’ party, there’s usually a cold beer to be had.
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A guide to Japan's unique baseball experience

Home to Japan’s boys of summer - by Takahiro Takiguchi
Ask your friends what the national sport of Japan is, and although many of them will give you the right answer (sumo, of course), some might say “it should be baseball.”
 
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Tokyo Dome City: A little bit of everything surrounds one of Tokyo’s baseball stadiums

Tokyo Dome City is one of my favorite places in Tokyo. Why? It’s always cheerful and alive, and just watching the surroundings make me happy.
 
Photos by Takahiro Takiguchi
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Real-life art in the present day of Kanazawa District, Yokohama

The Kanazawa district of Yokohama City, 10 miles north of Yokosuka Naval Base, was once known as a popular sightseeing attraction made up scenic shorelines and mountains, along with majestic Buddhist temples and library of samurai lord.
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Zip yourself to a good time at adventure park near Atsugi Base

Looking for an exciting outdoor experience to take your family or group of friends? How about a zip-lining course through a Japanese forest?
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Listen up! Some super concerts to be held in Japan!

Editor's note: There are lots of great concerts coming up in the next several months. So get off the couch and check one out. (This was updated April 17)