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Japan's Top 10 Aquariums
As an island nation, Japan’s history and culture are tied to the sea and the animals within. To get a good glimpse of the deep blue from dry land, check out the Top 10 aquariums scattered across the country!
6 Sublime Views in Tohoku
The northeast region of Honshu, Tohoku, is a destination for all seasons. If you're looking to see nature at its finest, head north!
４ Great Igari-Style Makeup Tutorials
The Igari makeup look, pioneered by makeup artist Shinobu Igari, gained rapid popularity in 2015 and has been sported by the fashion-conscious since. We've got four great tutorials explaining how to wear this trendy style!
4 Best Burgers in Hyogo
Hyogo boasts Kobe Beef as one of its main draws, but did you ever stop to try some of their tasty burgers?
5 Outdoor Autumn Activities in Karuizawa
Easily accessible from Tokyo and home to luxury resorts, shops and restaurants, Karuizawa is a gorgeous year-round getaway. But autumn is when the town shows its true colors!
Niigata: The 'Ricebasket' of Japan
Located on the Sea of Japan in northwest Honshu, Niigata City is one of Japan’s most fertile farming areas. But there are plenty of things to see other than rice!
Teaching in a Japanese High School: The Basics
You’ve studied the language. You’ve researched the customs and cultural differences. You’ve fallen in love with the sites splashed across your computer screen. It’s time to take the plunge and admit that you’d like to pursue a teaching career in Japan!
Okinawa's Top 3 Omiyage
We've got three great souvenir ideas to keep the island spirit with you once you're home!
Aomori's Stunning 'Tsugaru-nuri' Lacquerware
Looking for a unique souvenir from Japan that isn’t food? Tsugaru-nuri, a type of lacquerware local to Aomori Prefecture, may be the elegant souvenir you’ve been waiting for.
The variety of animal cafes is the quirky quality of Japan whose novelty never wore off. Owl cafe, anyone?