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Explore Japan’s Rail Heritage at Nagoya’s Retro Train Museum
Hidden in Nagoya, Japan: The Retro Train Museum 🚋! Explore preserved streetcars, drive a subway, and experience history. Offbeat, free, and unforgettable.
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One Building, 60 Retro Bars: Discover Yokohama’s Miyakobashi Shotengai
Explore Miyakobashi Shotengai (都橋商店街), Yokohama’s retro bar haven! A 1960s gem for Showa-era enthusiasts and local drinking culture lovers by the scenic Ooka River.
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Authentic Neapolitan Pizza in Japan? Head to Seirinkan in Nakameguro
Discover Seirinkan (聖林館) in Nakameguro, Tokyo—a hidden gem serving the best traditional Neapolitan pizza. Relish Marinara and Margherita crafted to perfection!
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From Samurai to Today: Honke Owariya, Kyoto’s Oldest Restaurant Since 1465
Experience history and flavor at Kyoto’s Honke Owariya (尾張屋), Japan’s oldest restaurant serving artisanal soba for over 560 years—through war, fire, and time.
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Explore Dorogawa & Tenkawa: Nara’s 1300-Year-Old Sacred Hideaway
Dorogawa and Tenkawa: where Japan’s spiritual roots meet breathtaking nature. Enjoy ancient charm, hot springs, and unforgettable landscapes in Nara.
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Escape Crowds in Kyoto: Explore Murin-an’s Tranquil Beauty
Discover Murin-an (無鄰菴), Kyoto’s hidden gem with traditional architecture, a stunning stroll garden, vibrant autumn leaves, and serene tea ceremonies.
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Savor Beijing Cuisine in a Spanish Baroque Masterpiece in Kyoto
Explore Tōka Saikan (東華菜館) in Kyoto—an almost 100-year-old Chinese restaurant blending Asian and Western architectural marvels by William Merrell Vories.
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Kōmyō-ji Temple in Kyoto: The Hidden Red-Leaf Pathway to a Traditional Japanese Gate
Looking for Kyoto’s best autumn views? Explore Kōmyō-ji (光明寺) Temple’s red-leaf pathway and peaceful grounds, a perfect escape from the city crowds.
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Osaka’s Best Curry: A Must-Visit at BOTANI:CURRY
Visit BOTANI:CURRY in Osaka, the highest-rated curry spot with a burst of colors and a variety of toppings.
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Free and Hidden: Explore Otaguro Park in Tokyo This Autumn
Discover the hidden gem of Otaguro Park (大田黒公園) in Tokyo. Experience free, stunning fall foliage known only to locals. A serene escape in the city’s heart.
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Relax and Rewind at Yumemirai Yokocho Ōmiya Onsen Near Tokyo
Escape Tokyo’s hustle with a day at Yumemirai Yokocho Ōmiya ((湯けむり横丁) onsen. Enjoy Showa nostalgia, serene baths, sauna, and spa.
