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A starter guide to solo travel in Japan, with advice on rail passes, seasonal festivals, costs, onsen, relaxed dining and cultural workshops.
Seven Stars, Shiki-shima and Twilight Express Mizukaze offer onboard dining and scenic routes; booking is by lottery, draw or tour package.
Hoshino Resorts runs hotels and resorts across Japan under brands such as HOSHINOYA, KAI, RISONARE, OMO, BEB and LUCY. The guide explains how they differ.
A two-week backpacking route through Japan, with published prices for transport, sights and food, plus practical tips for keeping costs down.
A guide to cheap meals in Japan, including gyudon chains, ramen shops, curry, udon and convenience-store food, with tips on set meals and discounts.
Tanabata is on 7 July in most of Japan; Sendai's festival runs 6–8 August 2026 and Hiratsuka's 3–5 July. Both have decorations, wishes and stalls.
Tokyo's autumn leaves peak mid-November to early December in central gardens and parks; Okutama and Mt. Takao turn earlier, from late October to mid-November.
A guide to USJ’s ticket types, key areas such as Super Nintendo World and Harry Potter, must-do rides, food and practical visiting tips.
The Odaiba Unicorn Gundam statue has ended, but THE GUNDAM BASE Tokyo and its Annex remain open. Check hours, entry rules and access before visiting.
A practical guide to the Nintendo Museum in Uji, Kyoto: how to enter the ticket drawing, what to see, workshop bookings, access and what to bring.
A guide to tandem paragliding sites in Niigata and Shizuoka, covering locations, seasons, prices and what to check before booking.
A guide to the Kumano Kodo trails across the Kii Peninsula, covering routes, access, gear and accommodation for a multi-day pilgrimage hike.
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