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May 23, 2022May 23, 2022japan, tokyo

A Dose of USA at the Yokota Air Base Friendship Festival

(Almost) every year, the U.S. military’s Yokota Air Base in Tokyo opens its gates to visitors in celebration of Japanese-American ties.

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January 31, 2022January 31, 2022japan, tokyo, winter

Ashigakubo Icicles: A Chilly But Lit Winter Getaway

Ashigakubo icicles

Only viewable from January to February, the Ashigakubo icicles are any neon lovers’ dream when lit up at night on weekends and holidays.

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November 25, 2020November 25, 2020autumn, japan, tokyo

Exploring the G-cans: Japan’s Massive Underground Drain

G-cans the underground temple in Saitama

Located 50m below ground, the G-cans is one of the largest underground drains in the world. Its main tank resembles a futuristic temple.

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September 25, 2020September 25, 2020japan, tokyo

This Abandoned Konbini in Saitama has Major Ghibli Vibes

In the quiet suburbs of Saitama Prefecture, an abandoned konbini has charmed explorers for its Ghibli-like vibes. And for good reason.

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September 13, 2020September 13, 2020japan, tokyo

Tokorozawa Sakura Town + teamLab: A Photographer’s Dream

Kadokawa Culture Museum, Tokorozawa Sakura Town

Tokorozawa Sakura Town and teamLab have added the cool factor to Saitama Prefecture. Here are some highlights of this photogenic complex!

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April 18, 2020April 18, 2020autumn, japan, tokyo

Okutama Ropeway, My First Foray into Haikyo

Okutama Lake Ropeway cable car

Since we’re all stuck at home due to COVID-19, let me take you on a virtual tour to one of the creepiest places I’ve been to in Japan: the abandoned Okutama Lake Ropeway in west Tokyo.

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June 29, 2019October 25, 2022japan, summer, tokyo, travel

10 Must-Do Day Trips from Tokyo (Less Than 2 Hours Away!)

Nokogiriyama view

Looking for ideas on fun day trips from Tokyo once rainy season is over? Look no further! Here are 10 must-do day trips tried and tested by yours truly.

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March 3, 2019February 2, 2023japan, life, spring, tokyo, travel

Matsuda Cherry Blossom Festival: See Sakura in February!

The climb up to Nishihira Park, Matsuda Cherry Blossom Festival

Only 80 mins from Tokyo, the Matsuda Cherry Blossom Festival offers the chance to see the early-blooming Kawazuzakura as early as February.

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