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Café Nado: Yokohama’s Newest Korean Dessert Spot
There’s a new South Korean dessert bar in Yokohama, and their croffles are amazing! After tracking trends and visiting South Korea, two Korean and Japanese business partners set about opening their own cafe near China Town. Read about their journey (and delicious menu) here: https://metropolisjapan.com/learning-through-doing/
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Best Japan Theme Parks for Anime Fans
Japan is well-known for its creative anime and manga, and many of the country’s theme parks allow you to step into the very world you have seen on your screen! Here are some of Japan’s great anime-themed parks in my first article for Tokyo Cheapo: https://tokyocheapo.com/entertainment/best-japan-theme-parks-for-anime-fans/
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Take The Path Less Travelled On Japan’s New Golden Route
Earlier this year I visited some spots covered by Japan’s Hokuriku Arch Pass. Recently I’ve been spending more and more time in that north-western part of Japan, and there are so many interesting sights without anything being overcrowded, which is amazing. One of my favourite spots to visit is definitely Karuizawa, mentioned in my article:…
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20 Best Japanese Castles You Should Visit
At one point, there were tons of castles all over Japan, but eventually there came an order for only one castle to remain in each prefecture. Of course, these remaining castles have gone out of use now, and are largely open to the public to explore. These are some of the most stunning ones to…
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Haneda vs. Narita: Which Japan Airport Should You Fly To?
Both Haneda and Narita airports are listed as Tokyo airports, but actually only one of them is in Tokyo at all! So which one is the best one for you to fly into Japan?https://japanspecialist.com/w/haneda-vs-narita-which-japan-airport
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The Japan Rail Pass: What You Need to Know
When visiting Japan, people always talk about the Japan Rail Pass. But it really depends on your budget and what you intend to do in Japan as to whether it’s really worth it. See my post on the main features of the pass here:https://japanspecialist.com/w/the-japan-rail-pass-what-you-need-to-know
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10 Most Popular Foods to Eat in Japan & How to Find Them
Sushi and ramen get all the love when it comes to Japanese food, but what other tasty treats are there in this gourmet wonderland? Find out in my post here:https://japanspecialist.com/w/10-most-popular-foods-japan
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How to Decide the Best Time of Year to Visit Japan
If you’re thinking of visiting Japan, it can be tempting to go for the popular cherry blossom season, but it can get quite crowded, so it might not be the best time for you! Here I break down the best seasons to visit the country:https://japanspecialist.com/w/the-best-time-of-year-to-visit
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Exploring Ebisu: A Walking Guide to Tokyo’s Beer Hub
I’ll admit, I had never actually been to Ebisu until I did so for this article! I’d always known it was a place for beer, but until recently I hadn’t been much into craft beer… Now I’m just itching to go back! Don’t worry, there’s more to Ebisu than beer – for example the TOP…
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Fun Things to Do Near Shibuya Station
At one point, Shibuya was one of my favourite places to hang out in Tokyo. There’s so much to eat, see, and do here! Although I’ve started to prefer the slow life, Shibuya is definitely a must-visit for your first time in Tokyo, especially if you can go up the new Scramble Square building. https://livejapan.com/en/in-tokyo/in-pref-tokyo/in-shibuya/article-a0005127/
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Cassandra Lord - Japan Content Creator 