Japan’s shinkansen (新幹線) — the famous bullet train — is one of the most iconic …
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In the swirling chaos of Japan’s Sengoku period—a time of endless wars, shifting alliances, and …
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In the swirling chaos of Japan’s Sengoku period—a time of endless wars, shifting alliances, and …
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Japan’s shinkansen (新幹線) — the famous bullet train — is one of the most iconic …
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Japan’s shinkansen (新幹線) — the famous bullet train — is one of the most iconic travel experiences in the world. Punctual to the second, smooth even at 320 km/h (200 mph), and connecting nearly every major city in Japan, the shinkansen is the backbone of Japanese travel. Here’s everything you …
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One of the best perks of visiting Japan is the tax-free shopping system for foreign tourists. Japan’s consumption tax is 10% on most goods (8% on food and drinks), and visitors can get that refunded at thousands of shops across the country. Here’s how to make the most of it. …
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An izakaya (居酒屋) is one of Japan’s most beloved dining institutions — part pub, part restaurant, all atmosphere. Whether you’re in Tokyo, Osaka, or a small provincial city, ducking into a lively izakaya after a day of sightseeing is one of the most authentic Japanese experiences you can have. This …
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