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Tokyo, Japan
Start your journey in Japan's electric capital. Explore Shibuya Crossing, the temples of Asakusa, and the quirky streets of Harajuku. Don't miss ramen in Shinjuku and a visit to Tsukiji Outer Market for fresh sushi.
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Hakone, Japan
A scenic mountain retreat with iconic views of Mount Fuji on clear days. Ride the Hakone Ropeway over volcanic Owakudani and relax in an onsen ryokan. The open-air museum here is a wonderful blend of art and nature.
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Kyoto, Japan
Japan's cultural heart, home to thousands of temples and traditional tea houses. Walk the vermillion torii gates of Fushimi Inari, stroll through Arashiyama's bamboo grove, and explore the geisha district of Gion in the evenings. Try kaiseki cuisine for an authentic fine-dining experience.
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Nara, Japan
An easy and delightful day trip from Kyoto featuring freely roaming sacred deer in Nara Park. The massive Todai-ji Temple houses Japan's largest bronze Buddha statue. Pick up traditional nakatanidou mochi pounded fresh on the street.
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Osaka, Japan
Japan's food capital and a city that never sleeps. Explore the neon-lit Dotonbori district and feast on takoyaki, okonomiyaki, and kushikatsu. Visit Osaka Castle by day and lose yourself in the vibrant nightlife of Namba by night.
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Hiroshima, Japan
A deeply moving and resilient city with an essential story to tell. The Peace Memorial Museum and Atomic Bomb Dome are sobering and important visits. Take a short ferry to Miyajima Island to see the iconic floating torii gate of Itsukushima Shrine.
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Takayama, Japan
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Kanazawa, Japan