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6 Culture Simose Art Museum Peter Lin Simose Art Museum is a beautiful contemporary art museum located near Hiroshima in the town of Otake. The location on the Setouchi..
5 Alternatives to Kyoto's Hotspots in Akita Kim Bergström Kyoto is one of Japan's most celebrated destinations, but in recent years, the city has struggled with overtourism. Akita Prefecture..
Odate Kiritanpo Festival 2026 Mid Oct Every autumn, the city of Odate (which is recognized as the birthplace of kiritanpo!) hosts the Odate Kiritanpo Festival, a large-scale..