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In search of the authentic in Kyoto
Nikkei - Jul 28
In post-pandemic recovery mode, Japan's former capital is more like itself again
Japan's holiday season impacted by 7th wave of coronavirus infection
NHK - Jul 26
People in Japan are experiencing another surge in coronavirus cases. The 7th wave of infections is hitting the holiday season.
Universal Studios Japan announces full Halloween Horror Nights and family-friendly experiences for 2022
attractionsmagazine.com - Jul 23
After a hiatus and last year’s abbreviated event, Universal Studios Japan will bring back a full Halloween Horror Nights experience with haunted houses, scare zones, and more.
Okinawa postpones dance festival due to COVID resurgence
NHK - Jul 21
The organizers of a traditional summer dance festival in Okinawa in southwestern Japan have decided to postpone it due to a resurgence of the coronavirus in the island prefecture.
Japanese passport is the most powerful in the world
thegoaspotlight.com - Jul 21
The Japanese passport confirmed its leadership in world geopolitics and was elected the most powerful in the world by the quarterly ranking of the immigration consultancy Henley Partners.
Visitors to Japan decrease even after reopening to tourists
Nikkei - Jul 21
The number of visitors to Japan fell last month despite borders being partially reopened to foreign tourists, and a recent surge in domestic COVID infections has further dimmed the outlook for the country's travel industry.
Foreign visitors to Japan top 100,000 for 3rd straight month
NHK - Jul 21
The number of foreign visitors to Japan topped 120,000 in June, exceeding 100,000 for the third straight month.
Jetstar reconnects Australia and Japan after more than two years
nationaltribune.com.au - Jul 20
Jetstar’s flights between Tokyo and Cairns take off today after nearly two and a half years, with the airline preparing to welcome thousands of visitors from Japan into tropical north Queensland each week.
How to Stop Overpacking Your Luggage
newsonjapan.com - Jul 20
Going on a trip requires an extensive amount of planning. You have to book your accommodations, research what attractions to go to, and plan your itinerary thoroughly.
Riding the STEEPEST Railway Train in Japan
Kuga's Travel - Jul 19
Trains on the Ikawa Line of Shizuoka Prefecture's Oigawa Railway run on Japan's steepest section with a grade of 90‰.
4 unmissable amusement parks to visit in Japan
newsonjapan.com - Jul 19
Japan is a land of refined culture as much as quirky entertainment venues. From manga-themed restaurants to karaoke and pachinko parlors, there's no running out of fun things to do.
First floats parade in three years at Gion Festival in Kyoto
NHK - Jul 17
Ornately decorated floats paraded through Japan's ancient capital Kyoto on Sunday at the climax of the annual Gion Festival. The parade was held for the first time in three years after the coronavirus pandemic forced cancellations.
Tokyo falls to 9th most expensive city for expats amid weak yen
Kyodo - Jul 17
Tokyo has tumbled to the ninth-most expensive city for people working abroad in 2022 from third a year earlier, partly due to the weakening of the yen against the U.S. dollar and other major currencies, according to an annual cost of living survey by a U.S. consulting firm.
Japanese Love Hotel Adventures - Hospital Themed
Tokyo Creative - Jul 17
There's a crazy and unique side to the Japanese culture behind 'love hotels'. This hotel chain is all about wacky themes including a doctor's clinic, train room, CEO room + MORE!!!
Staying at a Japanese Zen Temple in Chichibu | Taiyoji Temple
It's Time to Travel / 旅する時間 - Jul 17
Taiyoji is a temple in the mountains of Chichibu City, Saitama, where you can stay. We had a unique experience in a secret place where we couldn't watch TV or use our smartphone.
Gion Festival Night Scenes 2022, Kyoto, Japan / 祇園祭2022
Dave in Osaka: Travel Japan - Jul 16
Gion Festival in Kyoto, Japan 2022 is back after a three year hiatus
