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North of Tokyo, some of Japan's finest hot-spring resorts Travel just two hours northwest of Tokyo to reach Takaragawa Onsen, one of the world's top 10 hot spring resorts, as well as the gorgeous… Started by Tripatini	0	Jan 31, 2018
Well awarded city of Tokyo begins 2018 on a high note The city of Tokyo, which already had more Michelin Stars than any other city in the world, was awarded top honors in 2017, not just for its… Started by Tripatini	0	Jan 5, 2018
Tokyo's exciting Shōgatsu (New Year's) celebrations Shōgatsu (New Year's) in Tokyo used to be a time just for quiet reflection, but now celebrants have many more choices – from visiting a tem… Started by Tripatini	0	Dec 31, 2017
New Tokyo hotels welcome guests with 'omotenashi' hospitality As Tokyo starts gearing up for the Summer 2020 Olympics and Paralympics, new hotels are opening across the city. Here's what's just opene… Started by Tripatini	0	Dec 27, 2017
Tokyo illuminates the dark days/nights of winter While most people think of visiting the historic cities of Europe during the holiday season, for some lovely and lively Christmas cheer yo… Started by Tripatini	0	Dec 20, 2017
Zao Onsen, Japan's wonderful winter resort Some three hours north of Tokyo, via Japan Rail's Yamagata Shinkansen, is Zao Onsen in Yamagata prefecture, one of Japan's largest ski/win… Started by Tripatini	0	Nov 28, 2017
Excursion cruises on Nikko, Japan's beautiful Lake Chuzenji In the historic, culturally rich, and breathtakingly scenic region of Nikko/Kinugawa Onsen, about two hours north of Tokyo via the TOBU rai… Started by David Paul Appell	0	Oct 23, 2017
Say 'konichi-wa' to some fab fall foliage in Japan While many travelers come to the USA to marvel at New England’s autumn leaves in shades from saffron to crimson, Japan’s fall foliage also… Started by Tripatini	0	Sep 8, 2017
Sake to me, baby! Japan promotes Tokyo sake brewery tourism Along with sushi, teriyaki, tempura, and the like, Japan's classic, clear rice wine has become a widespread international ambassador for J… Started by Tripatini	0	Jun 19, 2017
Central Japan's spectacular Tayakama Festival The memorable Takayama Matsuri takes place twice a year – October 9-10 and April 14-15 in central Japan's ancient city Takayama. Considere… Started by EnLinea Media	0	Apr 24, 2017