Tokyo isn’t often a city associated with peace and quiet. It may come as a surprise then, to find that there are in fact over 200 parks and gardens to explore, often a stone’s throw away from the hustle and bustle of city life.
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Catherine Allen
March 24, 2016
The Jindai Plum Festival is a beautiful festival that boasts a lot of pungent deep pink fully blossomed plum trees.
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Rei Link
March 8, 2016
As the autumn equivalent of cherry blossom viewing, the viewing of leafs changing colors to different shades of green, gold and red is one of the Japanese most favorite times of the year.
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Bjorn Koolen
December 9, 2015
Sometimes we need a get-a-way; a place with fresh air and beautiful scenery. A place for meditation, relaxation, and reflection.
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Melicia Hewitt
October 2, 2015
At the mention of Tokyo, the first idea that comes to the mind is one that of colorful neon glittered streets and endless skyscrapers. What awaits you in the eastern side of the Japanese capital will leave you thinking this is a complete different city in Japan.
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Joseph
August 5, 2015
Hasedera Temple is one of the most popular temples in the Kanto region of Japan and is located only a short 10 minute walk away from the famous Kamakura Daibutsu (Great Buddha of Kamakura).
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John Asano
July 8, 2015
During Japan’s rainy season, a particular flower strives in the wet conditions and shines through the gloom. Hydrangea is the quintessential flower of the rainy season. The vibrant hydrangeas inject colors and life to Japan’s landscape in the showery months of June and July.
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Wendy Ng
July 3, 2015
Okayama is a small city, a little off the beaten track. Overshadowed by its neighbors, Hiroshima and Kobe, it’s easily overlooked by travellers. It makes a fun day trip if you’re planning a visit to the Kansai or Chugoku area of mainland Japan.
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Becca Slinn
June 25, 2015
Not far from Fukuoka City lies the beautiful mountain town of Sasaguri. It’s a wonderful, little known secret, tucked between forested mountains and lush rice fields. Sasaguri is home to the famous mini pilgrimage, the “Sasaguri 88” founded in 1835.
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Connie Nakamura
June 16, 2015
An increasing number of visitors to Japan are now developing an appreciation for the country’s biodiversity. Japan is home to wide variety of unique creatures, plant life and other natural wonders. Today we will look at some of the best places to see Japanese wildlife outside of the greater Tokyo area. Here are the top five best places to view animals and nature outside of Tokyo.
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Liam Carrigan
June 13, 2015
Nagoya is an industrial city which sometimes may seem boring for tourists. But do you know that there are some museums in Japan that you can only find in Nagoya? Maybe these museums can be some of the spots that you must visit when you travel around Chubu area. Check it out!
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IzzaDP
June 12, 2015
While the urban sprawl of Tokyo is spectacular, sometimes you need a break from the chaos, crowds, and noise. While there are vestiges of nature to be found within Tokyo, for a true wilderness experience you will need to get out of the city.
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Isaac Tait
June 12, 2015
Two months ago in early Spring this year, I planned to enjoy a weekend with my little family at a traditional and typical Japanese-style garden around Yokohama called Sankein garden.
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Thaufan Malaka
June 8, 2015
Located just two hours by train from Tokyo, the small and unassuming town of Ashikaga in southern Tochigi prefecture is home to Japan’s first academic institution. Ashikaga Gakko, or Ashikaga School, lies in the heart of Ashikaga.
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Jon Fain
June 5, 2015
The Ashikaga Flower Park is one of the most famous parks of its kind in the world. It was selected by CNN as one of the top nine international dream destinations in 2014, and for good reason, as it has something remarkably alluring to offer for each of Japan’s four seasons.
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Jon Fain
June 3, 2015
Centrally located next to the imperial palace and a stone throw’s away from Tokyo’s financial district Marunouchi and the Ginza shopping district lays Hibiya Park, the first Western-style urban park that Japan opened in 1903.
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SueannK
April 22, 2015
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