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An ever-popular destination no matter the season, the Land of the Rising Sun is nothing short of good food, amazing cleanliness, and a myriad of distinctive sub-cultures. A multi-faceted country once you start exploring deeper, there’s always something new to discover in Japan, where traditional and modern elements combine to form something special.

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Travelling solo in Osaka? Here are seven unique and budget-friendly Osaka capsule hotels to choose from. Some people may find capsule hotels too cramped, but...
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Whether it’s experimenting with food at convenience stores or shopping at ¥100 shops, here are some budget travel hacks you’ll need on your next...
Discover lesser-known gems with these day trips from Tokyo (that aren't Osaka and Kyoto). When I asked one of my friends who'd just returned from...
These hotels near Tokyo Disney Resort had me at free shuttles and dinosaur receptionists 🦖 Urayasu Brighton Hotel Tokyo Bay. Photo credit: Booking.com When I was...
Staying in Tokyo capsule hotels doesn’t mean you need to sacrifice comfort and style! Here are 11 inexpensive accommodations in Tokyo you can slide...
Standing on different sides of the escalator, different ramen broth, and even speaking a different language!? Have you noticed that people in Osaka stand on...
Spending three days in Oita, I realised, there’s so much more to Japan than the familiar favourites of Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka.  While three days...

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