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Where to Go in Spring
Cherry Blossom Season in Japan Is Starting Soon—Here’s What to Know
The best places to see cherry blossoms, plus where to find some of the country’s top festivals.
February 26, 2024 11:58 AM
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Katherine LaGrave
Food + Drink
12 Traditional Dishes to Try on Your Next Trip to Japan
Japan’s world-renowned cuisine is a reflection of its storied history—don’t leave the country without trying these foods.
February 13, 2024 02:03 PM
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Yukari Sakamoto
Hotels We Love
The Best Hotels in Tokyo to Book Now
There’s no shortage of amazing stays in Japan’s capital—and these 15 hotels are the city’s best.
June 15, 2023 09:09 AM
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Adam H. Graham
Trending News
Are You Ready to Hand Over Your Travel Planning to the ChatGPT and AI Bots?
How ChatGPT and AI can (and can’t) help with gathering flight, hotel, restaurant, and destination information.
April 25, 2023 07:45 PM
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Chris Dong
Food + Drink
8 Essential Japanese Street Foods to Try
Navigate the delicious world of Japanese street food with this list of essential snacks, meals, and more—along with where in Japan to try them.
September 06, 2022 10:14 AM
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Yukari Sakamoto
Packing Tips + Gear
Diptyque’s City-Inspired Candle Collection Is Back—but Only for a Limited Time
From now until April 27, you can buy these exclusive candles online inspired by scents from Tokyo, Paris, London, and more.
April 25, 2022 05:32 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Natural Wonders
Japan’s Cherry Blossoms Reach Peak Bloom
Since borders are still closed to tourists, take a virtual glimpse at Japan’s famous “hanami” or cherry blossom viewing season.
March 31, 2022 02:58 PM
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Mari Yamaguchi
Travel Insiders
Where to Eat and Shop in New York’s Chinatown
Cookbook author Hetty McKinnon gives us insider tips on New York’s Chinatown, life-changing noodles in Tokyo, and why her latest cookbook will take you to Asia and Australia at the same time.
June 14, 2021 05:03 PM
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Annie Fitzsimmons
AFAR Travelers’ Awards
The Best Hotels in the World: 2020 AFAR Travelers’ Awards
When the hotel is a destination unto itself.
December 02, 2020 02:37 PM
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AFAR Editors
Art + Culture
12 Movies Set in Tokyo to Stream Right Now
If you’re longing for a trip to Tokyo, get a shot of Japanese culture by watching these movies—from anime to film festival favorites—all set in the capital city.
May 15, 2020 05:30 PM
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AFAR Editors
Cities We Love
How to Pretend You’re in Tokyo at Home
During quarantine, use this itinerary with tips from locals to recreate the best parts of a day in Tokyo from the safety and comfort of your own home.
April 28, 2020 04:33 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
Food + Drink
Inside the Wonderful World of Wagashi
In his humble Tokyo patisserie, Chikara Mizukami preserves an ancient art.
March 31, 2020 08:00 PM
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Nancy Singleton Hachisu
Tips + News
A Concierge’s Guide to Tokyo
Ahead of the Olympics, one of the city’s top concierges shares what to do—and where to eat—in the Japanese capital.
February 17, 2020 09:21 AM
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Katherine LaGrave
Travel Tips + Etiquette
How to Eat Like a Local in Tokyo
An insider dishes her secrets for enjoying Tokyo’s amazing food scene.
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History + Culture
Airbnb’s 10 Most Popular LGBTQ Experiences for Pride Around the World
From walking tours of Montreal to karaoke in Seoul, the site has nearly 50 opportunities available for this Pride month. These are the 10 most popular.
June 13, 2018 08:58 AM
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Tim Chester
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