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Discover Japan's most captivating regions and hidden gems, carefully curated for authentic experiences.

Akihabara

Akihabara

This is the ultimate otaku mecca. It's packed with shops and themed cafes dedicated to anime, manga, and video games.

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Kyoto

Kyoto

The heart of ancient Japan. This is Kyoto, where history lives in the beautiful streetscapes and culture.

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Kanazawa

Kanazawa

Historic snow country streets, fresh seafood, and hot springs meet urban convenience in this popular area.

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Recently Updated Areas

Explore recently updated areas with the latest information and discoveries.

Inuyama

Inuyama

犬山市

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Chichibu

Chichibu

秩父市

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Hinode

Hinode

日の出町

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Ome

Ome

青梅市

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Okutama

Okutama

奥多摩町

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Obanazawa

Obanazawa

尾花沢市

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Beppu

Beppu

別府市

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Dazaifu

Dazaifu

太宰府市

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Newly Added Places

Recently added places worth exploring. From restaurants and cafes to tourist spots, discover something new.

Meijiza Theater

Meijiza Theater

明治座

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JR Nagoya Takashimaya

JR Nagoya Takashimaya

ジェイアール名古屋タカシマヤ

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JR Central Towers

JR Central Towers

JRセントラルタワーズ

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Azabudai Hills

Azabudai Hills

麻布台ヒルズ

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Hankyu Umeda

Hankyu Umeda

阪急うめだ本店

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Ginza Mitsukoshi

Ginza Mitsukoshi

銀座三越

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Isetan Shinjuku

Isetan Shinjuku

伊勢丹 新宿店 (伊勢丹本店)

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Nabana no Sato

Nabana no Sato

なばなの里

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