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Akeno Sunflower Festival

The annual Akeno Sunflower Festival is a highlight on the summer event calendar, offering the chance to enjoy fields upon fields..

Yamanashi, Akeno Sunflower.. Jul 20th - Aug 18th 41 10 Free

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Autumn at Lake Daigenta

Niigata's Lake Daigenta is a short distance from the resort town of Echigo Yuzawa, and is particularly beautiful during the..

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Urasa Naked Man Pushing Festival

Urasa's Naked Pushing Festival lays claim to being one of Japan's most unique winter festivals. Participants dressed in..

Niigata, Bishamondo Temple.. Tuesday - Mar 3rd 1 6 Free

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Wa No Akari X Hyakudan Kaidan

The Wa No Akari X Hyakudan Kaidan 2019 showcases Japanese color and light, with a range of illuminated pieces on display. The event..

Tokyo, Hotel Gajoen, Meguro.. Jul 6th - Sep 1st 2 7 ¥1,300

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Takefu Chrysanthemum Doll Festival

3 days ago

The annual Takefu Chrysanthemum Doll Festival sees Japan's national flower displayed in a unique way - on life sized dolls!..

Takefu Central Park Oct 4th - Nov 4th 2 7 Free

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Hotel Felice Akasaka

Hotel Felice is conveniently located only a few minutes on foot from either Akasaka, Akasaka-Mitsuke, or Tameike-Sanno stations...

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Tsunan Sunflower Festival

The Tsunan Sunflower Festival showcases around 500,000 of these beautiful seasonal blooms over a 4 hectare space. There are plenty..

Niigata, Tsunan Sunflower.. Jul 26th - Aug 18th 2 7 Free

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Autumn at Lake Daigenta

Niigata's Lake Daigenta is a short distance from the resort town of Echigo Yuzawa, and is particularly beautiful during the..

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Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse

Aug 23, 2019

"Love this area. It's packed full of charm, and one of my favorite restaurants (Bills) is in the complex. They open early by Japanese standards (8am-9am depending on the day) so if you're after an early morning bite to eat I highly recommend them..."

Kanagawa

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Fuji-Q Highland

Aug 23, 2019

"Fuji Q Highland is a wonderful place to visit if you’re after a fun theme park day out with a nice extra addition - great views of Mount Fuji on clear days! There are a range of rides suitable for various age groups and thrill levels, including the.."

Yamanashi

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Kiyomizu-dera

Aug 22, 2019

"One of my most memorable experiences in Japan. I visited a few years back and got there right as it opened (6am - yes, there are opening and closing hours here, so bear that in mind!). If you're an early bird I highly recommend doing the same. You.."

Kyoto

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Kotoku-in (Great Buddha of Kamakura)

Aug 20, 2019

"As impressive as you'd think! We visited in rainy season, very early in the morning, and managed to snag family pictures with no one in the background of our photos! Highly recommend starting out early if you want to deal with less crowds!"

Kanagawa

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Ushiku Daibutsu

Aug 20, 2019

"We really enjoyed our trip to Ushiku Daibutsu. It was particularly beautiful in the spring when we went - there were a bunch of seasonal flowers growing on the grounds by the daibutsu itself, adding to the stunning yet serene atmosphere. We drove to.."

Ibaraki

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Meiji Jingu Shrine

Jun 19, 2019

"Meiji Jingu Shrine is iconic and easily accessible. It makes for a beautiful dose of tranquility after a visit to the hectic (yet fun) sensory overload of Harajuku! If you visit here on a weekend you're often lucky enough to see traditional Japanese.."

Tokyo

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Tokyo Tower

Jun 19, 2019

"I'm a sucker for Tokyo Tower over Skytree, and I have very fond memories of one particular visit where I actually was able to climb the towers staircases! This option is available to visitors on weekends and holidays and I highly recommend it for.."

Tokyo

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Sin Den Salon in Harajuku

Elizabeth Scally

Sin Den salon in Harajuku’s back streets welcomes residents and visitors alike. Expert hair, nail and makeup services with Eng..

Tokyo 1 3

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Vegan in Japan? A Resident's Recommendations

Sébastien Duval

Recommendations after 14 years in Japan... Shojin-ryori breakfast at the 3 Mountains of Dewa. Bento and fucha-ryori diner at a Zen..

Tokyo 5 9

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Nishikigoi no Sato

Michael B

Ojiya City in Niigata Prefecture is world-famous for its cultivation of Koi fish. Nishikigoi no Sato offers visitors a chance to..

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Shibamata Neighbourhood and Yagiri Crossing

Sleiman Azizi

The area around Shibamata's Taishakuten Sando shopping street and the Yagiri no Watashi Edogawa River crossing are one of Tokyo's..

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Akeno Sunflower Festival

Autumn at Lake Daigenta

Urasa Naked Man Pushing Festival

Wa No Akari X Hyakudan Kaidan

Takefu Chrysanthemum Doll Festival

Hotel Felice Akasaka

Tsunan Sunflower Festival

Autumn at Lake Daigenta

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Akeno Sunflower Festival

Autumn at Lake Daigenta

Urasa Naked Man Pushing Festival

Wa No Akari X Hyakudan Kaidan

Hotel Felice Akasaka

Urasa Chrysanthemum Festival

Tokamachi Snow Festival

Yairo Watermelon Festival

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Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse

Fuji-Q Highland

Kiyomizu-dera

Kotoku-in (Great Buddha of Kamakura)

Ushiku Daibutsu

Meiji Jingu Shrine

Tokyo Tower

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Sin Den Salon in Harajuku

Vegan in Japan? A Resident's Recommendations

Nishikigoi no Sato

Shibamata Neighbourhood and Yagiri Crossing

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