Culture Exploring Otaru Max Otaru, a picturesque port town in Hokkaido, is known for its historic canal, fresh seafood, and winter charm. It offers a perfect..
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2000th Starbucks Store to Open in Japan Kim Bergström Feb 13, 2025 Japan's first Starbucks store—and the first outside North America—opened in Ginza back in the summer of 1996. It seems fit..
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Culture Hakusan Folk Museum Susan May For the past several hundred years, people in the foothills of Mt. Hakusan have lived off the land, deep in the mountains. This..
Five Must-See Country Pavilions at Expo 2025 Osaka Kim Bergström Country pavilions are always a major draw at World Expos, and Expo 2025 Osaka will be no exception. They serve as immersive showcases..
Culture Sports Car Self Drive Tour Tokyo Kevin Haase Self-Drive tuned cars on a guided tour past iconic spots like Shibuya Crossing, Rainbow Bridge, and Daikoku Parking Area, the heart..
