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When most travelers plan a trip to Japan, places like Tokyo, Kyoto, or Osaka usually top the list. But just a short train ride away from the capital lies Saitama—a region often overlooked, yet brimming with history, culture, and natural beauty. If you’ve ever dismissed Saitama as “just a suburb of Tokyo,” it’s time to think again. From centuries-old festivals…
The Kamakura area, with its old Japanese townscape and scattered temples and shrines, is bustling with tourists on both weekdays and holidays. Around Kamakura Station, there are many restaurants offering takeout services and specialty sweet shops perfect for souvenirs! Here are some must-visit stores when touring Kamakura! Hato Sable: Kamakura’s popular classic souvenir One of Kamakura’s most iconic sweets is…
Asakusa, one of Tokyo’s premier tourist destinations, buzzes with festival-like energy every day. From visiting Sensō-ji Temple to touring the town on a rickshaw and indulging in delicious local food, there are plenty of ways to enjoy your trip to Asakusa. Among the area’s culinary highlights is “Suzukien Asakusa Honten,” (hereafter referred to as “Suzukien”) a popular shop where lines…