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Asakusa Sanja Matsuri (May 20-22, 2022): Inside One of Tokyo's Greatest Festivals
Sanja Matsuri is a 3-day festival held in late May that attracts over 1.8 million visitors. Held in Tokyo's Asakusa neighborhood, the activities center around popular tourist attractions Asakusa Shrine and Sensō-ji Temple. The entire town whips into a festive fervor during this time as representatives parade about 100 mikoshi (portable shrines) through the streets and show them off to spectators. The sheer scale and energy of the event have captivated the hearts and minds of many people. Many visitors make special arrangements to visit again and again to take part each year. But what exactly is the Sanja Matsuri, and what are some of its must-see sights and activities? We asked a few long-term foreign residents in the area for their recommendations. Main image photo credit: Asakusa Shrine
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Osaka Castle, Tenmabashi, Kyobashi Other Restaurants
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Kobe, Sannomiya, Kitano Spring
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Other Surrounding Areas Of Miyagi Landscapes
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Sapporo / Chitose Yakiniku
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Sapporo / Chitose Grocery Stores
Moominvalley Park: Everything You Need to Know About Japan's Dreamy Theme Park (2022 Edition)
Moominvalley Park opened in March 2019 by Miyazawa Lake in Hanno, Saitama. A Japan-first, the park allows visitors to dive into the world of Moomin, and is always bustling with families, couples, and friends enjoying the jovial atmosphere and fun attractions. For this article, the LIVE JAPAN editorial team visited Moominvalley Park to discover what you can do, see, eat, and buy, along with how to get there!
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Awaji Island, Maiko Theme Parks
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Ikebukuro Electronics Stores
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Adorable Animal-Themed Desserts at Shiroi Koibito Park: Enjoy a Drink with a Long-Tailed Tit Design!Sapporo / Chitose Theme Parks
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Harajuku Clothing Stores
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Akihabara Electronics Stores
Become a True Gundam Pilot - Stepping into the P.O.D. at a Tokyo Arcade! (Video)
Japan and robots go together like a hotdog and mustard. One of the nation’s most famous robot exports is known worldwide simply as “Gundam.” What started out as an anime has become a huge franchise with its own games, movies, and even a life-sized statue in Tokyo’s Odaiba. What many people don’t know, however, is that there is a way to pilot your very own Gundam robot!
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Harajuku Other Traditional Arts
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Shinagawa Shows
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Shibuya Other Contemporary Arts
Shinagawa Aquarium: All You Need to Know for a Fun Tokyo Trip (Recommendations & Photo Spots)
On the grounds of the Shinagawa Ward Residents' Park in Tokyo lies the welcoming Shinagawa Aquarium. It’s particularly popular with families, as you can enjoy intimate dolphin and sea lion performances, feed seals and otters, and interact with the friendly fish. It’s close to Haneda Airport, making it easy to access from overseas or from other parts of Japan. Let's see what Shinagawa Aquarium has to offer!
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Hakone / Odawara Hotels
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Kyoto Station, To-ji Temple Shrines
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Kyoto Station, To-ji Temple Other Sightseeing
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Mt. Fuji Rivers, Lakes & Canyons
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Umeda, Osaka Station, Kitashinchi Grocery Stores
Kyoto Momiji: 5 Stunning Places to See Fall Colors in Kyoto
Autumn in Kyoto is a beautiful, vibrantly colored season thanks to the many hues of autumn foliage. Momiji is the word for the Japanese maple leaves colored red in the fall, and are a symbol for Japanese autumn. Kyoto momiji, in particular, are well known for their spectacular show, and crowds of people head to the city's many temples and shrines to catch the scenery at its best. Here we will introduce some of the best areas in Kyoto to catch the momiji, from the mainstream spots to lesser-known hidden gems.
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Kamakura Other Townscapes
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Asakusa Old Towns (Shitamachi)
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Kumano Kodo, Shingu, Shirahama Shrines
What is Robatayaki? Discover Japan's Ultimate Grilling Experience
Robatayaki is a Japanese cooking method where ingredients are grilled in front of restaurant guests. Translated directly as "fireside-cooking," robatayaki is said to have originated in Sendai City in the Tohoku region. Once it reached Kushiro City in eastern Hokkaido, a region rich in seafood, it spread throughout Japan. Here, we look at the long-established robatayaki restaurant, Robata, in Kushiro City to explore the history of robatayaki and how it is served.
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Ginkakuji Temple, Nanzenji Temple Gardens
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Surrounding Areas Of Akita Other Sightseeing
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Fukushima, Koriyama And Iwaki Other Nature
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Niigata And Sado Other Sightseeing
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Umeda, Osaka Station, Kitashinchi Other Japanese Food
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Umeda, Osaka Station, Kitashinchi Japanese cuisine
Choice Spots
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Forest Inn Showakan
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Ao
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Japan Olympic Museum
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SEIBU IKEBUKURO
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Atami Plum Garden
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FITNESS SHOP SUIDOBASHI
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Mount Fuji
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Royal Blue Tea - Roppongi Boutique- THE T BAR
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Tsurujiro
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Matsuya Ginza
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Wing kitchen KEIKYU KAWASAKI
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Living Design Center OZONE
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Marunouchi Oazo
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The Cosmetic Terrace DressCode Lumine Shinjuku branch
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Yurakucho ITOCiA
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Aoba-ya
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Ginza Maggy Ginza Main Store
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Sogo Yokohama
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Echika Ikebukuro
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OTACHU.AKIHABARA
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