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Did you know?: Plaza House Shopping Center, Japan's oldest shopping mall

Plaza House Shopping Center is the oldest shopping mall in Japan.

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A beginner’s guide to bug catching culture in Japan

A child racing through the park gleefully squealing, arms stretched out, hands cupped around some many-legged being.

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Yokosuka artist’s work makes it to Tokyo’s Itabashi Art Museum

A copperplate print created by a Yokosuka Naval Base employee has been selected by the Bologna Illustrators Exhibition for display in a Tokyo art museum.

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Introducing The New Four Seasons Osaka Hotel

The Four Seasons Osaka opens it doors on August 1, 2024.

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Fun in Japan: Quick trip from the Kanto Plain to Atami

Earlier this year, I traveled to the city of Atami, located in the eastern corner of the Shizuoka Prefecture. Atami translates to “hot ocean” and is known for its famous hot springs. In fact, millions of tourists come to the city each year to relax in the healing waters.

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10 prettiest sunflower fields in Kansai region, Japan

Have you always wanted to visit sunflower fields in Japan? Well, now is your chance to see some of the best places in Japan’s midwest and what each gorgeous field offers.

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VIDEO: Okinawa's Okuma Beach great getaway in Japan

On Okinawa there are many beaches perfect for a fun day for visitors to choose from. But, Okuma Beach managed by Kadena FSS is one you won’t want to miss.

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VIDEO: Exploring Okinawa: Getaway to mellow Minna Island

Unwind on Minna Island off Okinawa’s Motobu Peninsula.

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Did you know?: Bon Odori, traditional dance at Japanese summer festival

In midsummer, many step out in yukata, or summer kimono, and gather in parks which are colorfully decorated with lanterns – to eat, drink and perform traditional dances to the beat of Japanese folk music.

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VIDEO: Explore the world of modelmaking, Tamiya plamodels at Okinawa’s Urasoe Art Museum 

“Tamiya Ten,” which runs till Aug. 29 and is hosted by major plastic model maker Tamiya, features an extensive history of modelmaking in Japan.

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Take a tour of Tokyo’s legendary warriors

Layered between the civic surfaces of Tokyo’s metropolitan landscapes lies a flood-soaked history of warfare, battle, pride and honor.

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Feel old Japan at Nikko Edo Wonderland

When you think of Japan, images of samurai, ninja, geisha and Kabuki actors may come to mind. But, many of these figures didn’t appear in Japan until the Edo Era from 1603 to 1867.

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Cool down at Veedol Beach near Misawa AB!

The summer heat is reaching peak levels and many are heading to the coast in search of an escape from the steamy city.

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