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Stop off here and you'll feel as though you've been thrown into a scene from an anime movie.

From June hydrangeas to September spider lilies, here are 30 reasons for flower fans to fall in love with Japan's 34 flower-filled national parks!

Rock to the beat of station names and level up your knowledge of Japan’s railway system while you’re at it.

This magical trip on the Seto Inland Sea is guaranteed to make you want to rent a boat and hit these gorgeous islands yourself!

Traditional hospitality mixes with modern otaku culture at this mountainside 'ryokan.'

Love that fresh-baked-bread smell? In the Kansai area, you can savor the scent of freshly fried waffles at 18 train stations thanks to the famous Mannekin chain. Read on to learn all about these amazing waffles!

Set out from Osaka on a tour around the hidden gems of Hiroshima, Miyajima and Kurashiki before returning to the bustling city center of Osaka.

There are a variety of interesting festivals in each prefecture of Japan throughout the year.