Discover the traditional village of Iyashi no Sato, located near Lake Kawaguchi with the majestic Mount Fuji as a backdrop.
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Kawagoe: an excursion to “Little Edo” near Tokyo
Discover the charming town of Kawagoe, “Little Edo,” and immerse yourself in Japan’s feudal past: a day trip from Tokyo.
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Visit of Kyoto’s many temples
This article lists most of Kyoto’s temples. During my 6 visits to the ancient capital annotated by interest
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Kamakura, a day trip from Tokyo to the ancient capital
Kamakura is a coastal town about 1 hour from Tokyo. The formal capital of Japan has a lot to offer and is a perfect day trip from Tokyo.
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What to do during a stopover in Narita
Time to kill on a stopover in Narita? The town and its surroundings have much more to offer than its airport: traditional villages, temples and castles.
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Nison-in: a quiet temple in Kyoto
Nison-in temple in Kyoto is renowned for its fall colours and beautiful scenery. It is a quiet temple and relatively uncrowded.
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