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Japan Destination: Walking in footsteps of samurai warriors in Aizu

Aizu, Japan, in Fukushima Prefecture’s western side, is a wonderful region.

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VIDEO: Exploring Japan: Taking in Iwakuni's beauty, cultural sites

Iwakuni, home to the U.S. Marine Corps base, is a small castle city with a population of 130,000.

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VIDEO: Exploring Japan: Daytrip to Hakone from US bases

You don’t have to drive long to reach Hakone, a famous tourist spot in Japan, if you’re stationed in the Kanto-area bases.

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VIDEO: Power-spots near Yokota AB have deep tie with ancient Korea

A short drive from Yokota Air Base will take you to a district in Saitama Prefecture with deep ties to ancient Korea.  Koma District in Hidaka City is home to several shrines known as power spots that offer visitors luck and good fortune.

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Exploring Japan: Innovation City is Haneda Airport’s futuristic hub

Just next to Haneda Airport’s Terminal 3 where international flights are jetting in and out daily, is a place to transport you into the world of tomorrow, complete with robots, cutting-edge technology and more.

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VIDEO: Tottori Prefecture famous for scenic sand dunes, birthplace of popular ‘Detective Conan’ manga

Tottori Prefecture is also the birthplace of manga artist Gosho Aoyama, who created the “Choto Mattete” and the “Detective Conan” series. And the prefecture is doing all it can to attract manga enthusiasts.

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Feel dreamy on the colorful flower farms near MCAS Iwakuni

While spring is flourishing on Japan’s mainland, you’ll notice different flowers taking center stage throughout the most refreshing season of the year.

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VIDEO: Bike ride to AEON mall near Yokota AB

Visiting Japan and being stationed here is a completely different ballgame.

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A day trip to Tokyo’s Tama region

Welcome to Shinjuku, the world’s busiest train station. With some two million daily commuters, Tokyo’s hyperhub is a never-ending bustle.

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The ultimate XR bus journey: WOWRIDE Fukui

Are you ready to transform your travel experience into an adventure? Say hello to the XR Bus WOWRIDE Fukui Edition, an innovative bus tour that turns travel into entertainment

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VIDEO| Exploring Japan: Ohino Hakkai home of pure water

A short 25-minute drive from Camp Fuji, Oshino Village is home to a set of eight ponds that was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2013.

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Two new Demon Slayer attractions are opening at Universal Studios Japan

From July 19, 2024 to January 5, 2025, USJ will open two new Demon Slayer-themed rides:

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Pop Circus at historic Yokosuka Drydock until Jun. 23

The circus is coming to town! And with it comes a flying trapeze, trainers of wild animals and funny clowns for all children, young and old, to enjoy.

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Celebrating the 50th anniversary of Japan’s first 7-Eleven store

“Nagoya, Japan - April 28, 2012: 7-Eleven convenience store on April 28, 2012 in Nagoya, Japan. 7-Eleven is world’s largest operator, franchisor and licensor of convenience stores, with more than 46,000 shops.”

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