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Tokyo, Japan
Explore Shibuya Crossing, Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa, and the vibrant streets of Shinjuku. Don't miss a morning visit to Tsukiji Outer Market for fresh sushi breakfast. The city blends ultramodern and traditional seamlessly.
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Nikko, Japan
A stunning mountain town famous for the elaborately decorated Tosho-gu Shrine complex. Lush cedar forests and waterfalls like Kegon Falls make it a great nature escape. Just 2 hours from Tokyo by train.
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Hakone, Japan
Famous for breathtaking views of Mount Fuji and relaxing onsen hot spring baths. Ride the Hakone Ropeway over volcanic Owakudani valley for dramatic scenery. The Hakone Open-Air Museum is a must-visit for art lovers.
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Kyoto, Japan
Japan's cultural heart with over 1,600 Buddhist temples and 400 Shinto shrines. Walk the iconic Fushimi Inari torii gate path and stroll through the Gion geisha district at dusk. Try kaiseki cuisine and matcha sweets in the Higashiyama neighbourhood.
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Nara, Japan
An easy day trip from Kyoto, Nara is famous for its free-roaming friendly deer in Nara Park. The colossal bronze Great Buddha inside Todai-ji Temple is jaw-dropping. Pick up some traditional crafts in the Naramachi historic merchant district.
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Osaka, Japan
Japan's street food capital — don't leave without trying takoyaki and okonomiyaki in Dotonbori. Osaka Castle and the lively Kuromon Ichiba Market are highlights. The city has an energetic, friendly vibe unlike anywhere else in Japan.
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Hiroshima, Japan
A moving and essential stop, the Peace Memorial Museum and A-Bomb Dome are profoundly impactful. The city itself is vibrant and resilient with great local dishes like Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki. Take a short ferry to Miyajima Island to see the iconic floating torii gate of Itsukushima Shrine.