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Miyazaki: Former Residents Strive to Revitalize Deserted Isle
NICHINAN, Miyazaki — Activities by former residents of a now uninhabited island off the coast of ...
April 13, 2024
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Famous Weeping Cherry Tree in Full Blossom in Fukushima Pref. Town
A famous weeping cherry tree in Miharu, Fukushima Prefecture, which has been designated as a nati...
April 12, 2024
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Chion-in Temple in Kyoto Starts Service to Celebrate the 850th Anniversary Since Buddhist Jodo Sect’s Founding
Chion-in in Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, the head temple of the Jodo sect, began a service Tuesday to...
April 10, 2024
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Tulips in Full Bloom Delight Visitors to Mie Pref. Flower Park
Visitors enjoy colorful tulips as cherry trees bloom in the background, at Nabana-no-Sato flower ...
April 10, 2024
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Edo-Tokyo Architectural Museum Celebrating its 30th Anniversary; Drawing Visitors with Nostalgia
The Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum in Koganei, Tokyo, is running a special exhibition to...
April 9, 2024
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Twin Panda Cubs at Tokyo’s Ueno Zoo Getting Too Boisterous, will be Separated into Own Quarters
The twin panda cubs at Tokyo’s Ueno Zoo will be going their separate ways.
The male cub X...
April 9, 2024
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Visitors Flock to See One Million Lupin Flowers in Full Bloom on Beach in Kagoshima Pref.
One million lupin flowers are in full bloom on a beach in Kagoshima Prefecture, attracting many v...
April 7, 2024
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Crowdfunding Supports Conservation Efforts at Famous Tokyo Cherry Tree Spot; Chiyoda Ward Sets Up Multiple Plans to Help Maintain Trees
Chidori-ga-fuchi in Chiyoda Ward, one of the most famous spots for viewing cherry blossom trees i...
April 7, 2024
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Lambing Season Begins at Ecological Garden in Hokkaido
Sheep have entered lambing season at Eco-rin Village, an ecology-themed garden in Eniwa, Hokkaido...
April 7, 2024
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Colorful Floats Parade Around National Treasure Inuyama Castle in Inuyama, Aichi Pref.; Inuyama Festival in Full Swing
Colorful floats paraded around Inuyama Castle, one of Japan’s National Treasures, in Inuyama, Aic...
April 7, 2024
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Newly Renovated Thatched-Roof House in Nagano to Open as Hotel; District Hopes to Attract More Tourists with Ongoing Project
NAGANO – An old house with a thatched roof located in the Togakushi district of Nagano City had b...
April 7, 2024
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Yamaguchi: Municipality Launches Loop-Line Taxi Service for Tourists; 10-Van Tours Historical Area
YAMAGUCHI — A sightseeing loop-line taxi began operating in Yamaguchi, which was selected among T...
April 6, 2024
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Oita: Current ‘Face’ on ¥10,000 Banknote to Remain ‘Forever’ at Station
NAKATSU, Oita — A giant mosaic artwork depicting the current ¥10,000 banknote has been unveiled a...
April 6, 2024
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Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Opens ‘Detective Conan’ Attraction
OSAKA — A new theater attraction featuring the popular animation “Detective Conan” has opened at ...
April 6, 2024
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Tokushima: Tanuki-themed Train Station Welcomes Visitors; Locals Band Together for Revitalization Efforts
MIYOSHI, Tokushima — A sightseeing train that runs along the Yoshino River through the mountains ...
April 6, 2024
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