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Historic Sankyo Storehouses in Sakata, Japan, where rice was once stored for shipment across the country

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Things to Do in Sakata, Japan: Seafood, Storehouses, Massive Mascots, and More

I love it when a place surprises you. I had zero expectations for Sakata, a

Historic ryokans lining a canal in Ginzan Onsen, Tohoku, Japan, on a cold winter day

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Tohoku Beyond the Snow: Temples, Onsens, and Village Life

When I signed up for a winter tour in Tohoku, I told everyone I was

Line of snowshoers crossing a vast snow-covered field in Tohoku, Japan, during a winter tour with Walk Japan

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Deep Winter in Tohoku: Snowshoeing With Walk Japan

There are many ways to explore Japan, but one of the most unusual has to

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The Arches and Foxes of Fushimi-Inari Taisha

One of the most remarkable shrine complexes in Japan is Fushimi-Inari Taisha. The shrine takes

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The Streets of Kyoto

Kyoto has a magical ring to it. The city is often said to be the

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Temples and Shrines of Higashiyama

The Higashiyama region of Kyoto has more shrines and temples than I can possibly count

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The Castles of Inuyama & Nagoya

About half an hour apart as the crow flies lie the ancient castle towns of

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A Day in Takayama

In the middle of the island of Honshu, in the middle of the prefecture of

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Furukawa: My New Favorite Town

Sometimes when you travel, you stumble on a place that you don’t expect, one that

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The Homes of Hida

In central Japan sits an area called Hida, which encompasses a vast mountain region and

Historic Sankyo Storehouses in Sakata, Japan, where rice was once stored for shipment across the country

Things to Do in Sakata, Japan: Seafood, Storehouses, Massive Mascots, and More

I love it when a place surprises you. I had zero expectations for Sakata, a...

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Historic ryokans lining a canal in Ginzan Onsen, Tohoku, Japan, on a cold winter day

Tohoku Beyond the Snow: Temples, Onsens, and Village Life

When I signed up for a winter tour in Tohoku, I told everyone I was...

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Line of snowshoers crossing a vast snow-covered field in Tohoku, Japan, during a winter tour with Walk Japan

Deep Winter in Tohoku: Snowshoeing With Walk Japan

There are many ways to explore Japan, but one of the most unusual has to...

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Chen Clan Ancestral Hall roofline in Guangzhou with colorful ceramic figurines and Shiwan pottery sculptures under cloudy sky

Guangzhou’s Best Museums: 5 Visits from Emperors to Enterprise

There are many ways to understand Guangzhou, from its towering skyscrapers and busy malls to...

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Solo Female Travel in Guangzhou: Exploring a New City Alone

I love the freedom that comes with traveling alone, the pacing and choices that become...

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Night view of Guangzhou skyline and Pearl River with blue-lit Opera House and skyscrapers reflecting on water

Visiting Guangzhou: Expectations vs. Reality

It can be hard to know what to expect if you're visiting a giant Chinese...

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