Shibuya Hotels 2024! Shibuya is one of Tokyo‘s trendiest shopping paradises for young people, often called “Tokyo’s Ximending.” Its famous scramble crossing attracts many tourists for photo opportunities! Shibuya 109, SHIBUYA SKY Observation Deck, Loft …
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JR Pass Rail Pass 2024|Complete Guide to Prices and Regions for Tokyo, Tohoku, Kansai, and Kyushu
Traveling by JR in Japan is extremely convenient, and purchasing a JR Pass can make it easier to explore Japan! With over 20 types of passes available, here is a comprehensive guide to the main …
Read More »18 Must-Visit Department Stores in Tokyo: Shibuya/Ginza/Shinjuku Shopping and Transportation Guide!
Tokyo‘s Must-Visit Department Stores Recommendation 2024! Tokyo is one of Japan’s most popular travel cities, featuring numerous shopping streets and department stores where you can shop to your heart’s content! Here, we recommend 18 must-visit …
Read More »Mysterious Key Boxes Appear in Tokyo’s Harumi District, Sparking Resident Concerns and Media Attention
In the Harumi district of Tokyo’s Chuo Ward, an area known for its high-rise buildings, a recent phenomenon has caused local residents to panic and garnered media attention. Numerous “mysterious key boxes” have appeared on …
Read More »Council Passes Amendment to Expand Street Drinking Ban: Halloween Alcohol Prohibition in Kabukicho Detailed
Following the Shibuya Ward Council’s passage of an amendment to expand street drinking regulations, the Shinjuku Ward Council has today approved a similar ordinance. This new regulation will prohibit public drinking around Shinjuku Station and …
Read More »Japan’s World Heritage Site Oshino Hakkai Becomes Wishing Well, Foreign Coins Increasingly Thrown, Residents Concerned About Water Quality
Post-pandemic, a surge of tourists has flooded into Japan, leading to “overtourism” in certain attractions, placing pressure on local residents and the natural environment. One such site, the scenic Oshino Hakkai, formed by the meltwater …
Read More »Mount Fuji Hiking Regulations: Yamanashi Prefecture Implements Gates and Fees to Protect Natural Environment
To prevent Mount Fuji from falling victim to “overtourism” and to protect the local ecological environment, the Yamanashi Prefecture government in Japan has made a controversial decision this summer. They have installed gates along the …
Read More »Japan’s Most Popular Tourist Cities Revealed: Osaka Ranks Third, But Tokyo Tops the List – Explore Japan’s Beauty and Culture Amid Yen Depreciation
With the easing of pandemic restrictions and the reopening of international borders, many people are planning to travel abroad for relaxation. The recent depreciation of the Japanese yen has made it more economical to exchange …
Read More »Kyoto’s Growing Garbage Problem: Tourists and Young Partygoers Turn Kamogawa Riverside into a Potential Eyesore
Recently, Kyoto, known for its rich traditional culture, has faced a growing negative impact due to an increasing garbage problem, particularly along the Kamogawa Riverside. According to a report by Nippon TV, the riverside has …
Read More »Higher Prices for Foreign Tourists? Japanese Restaurants Explain Controversial “Dual Pricing” Amid Rising Hospitality Costs
As Japan faces a surge in foreign tourists due to post-pandemic travel and the depreciation of the yen, the country is also grappling with the problem of “overtourism.” In response, many establishments have adopted a …
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