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Enjoy Japan’s summer at festivals, attractions in Kanto Plain

While Japan’s scorching summer days continue in the Kanto Plain, the season offers many activities for you to get your mind off the heat.

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18 things to know about Japan this summer

If you are planning on traveling to Japan during July, August, or September, there are 18 things about “Summer in Japan” that you need to know.

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Oshino Village in Yamanashi: Exploring the home of pure water

Oshino Village is home to a set of eight ponds that were designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2013.

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Tokyo Trends 90s Fashion in Tokyo

Fashion serving as a driving power of social change and art liberation.

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Did you know?: Plaza House Shopping Center, Japan's oldest shopping mall

Plaza House Shopping Center is the oldest shopping mall in Japan.

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A beginner’s guide to bug catching culture in Japan

A child racing through the park gleefully squealing, arms stretched out, hands cupped around some many-legged being.

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Yokosuka artist’s work makes it to Tokyo’s Itabashi Art Museum

A copperplate print created by a Yokosuka Naval Base employee has been selected by the Bologna Illustrators Exhibition for display in a Tokyo art museum.

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Introducing The New Four Seasons Osaka Hotel

The Four Seasons Osaka opens it doors on August 1, 2024.

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Fun in Japan: Quick trip from the Kanto Plain to Atami

Earlier this year, I traveled to the city of Atami, located in the eastern corner of the Shizuoka Prefecture. Atami translates to “hot ocean” and is known for its famous hot springs. In fact, millions of tourists come to the city each year to relax in the healing waters.

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10 prettiest sunflower fields in Kansai region, Japan

Have you always wanted to visit sunflower fields in Japan? Well, now is your chance to see some of the best places in Japan’s midwest and what each gorgeous field offers.

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VIDEO: Okinawa's Okuma Beach great getaway in Japan

On Okinawa there are many beaches perfect for a fun day for visitors to choose from. But, Okuma Beach managed by Kadena FSS is one you won’t want to miss.

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VIDEO: Exploring Okinawa: Getaway to mellow Minna Island

Unwind on Minna Island off Okinawa’s Motobu Peninsula.

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Did you know?: Bon Odori, traditional dance at Japanese summer festival

In midsummer, many step out in yukata, or summer kimono, and gather in parks which are colorfully decorated with lanterns – to eat, drink and perform traditional dances to the beat of Japanese folk music.

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