Japan Archives - Page 5 of 12 - Taylor's Trailblazing Travels

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Kanazawa Travel Guide: Gardens, Old Districts and Day Plans

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Build a Kanazawa stay around Kenrokuen, the castle and one old district at a time. Compare practical bases, one- and two-day plans, transport, admissions and indoor alternatives.

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How to Plan a Second Trip to Japan Beyond the Golden Route

Japan Plan Japan Start Here

Choose a second Japan trip by the experience you want next, not a list of unseen prefectures. Compare four regional directions, test the last mile and adapt a ten-night Kyushu plan.

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Sapporo Travel Guide: City Highlights and Hokkaido Planning

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Choose a Sapporo base, plan two varied city days, compare regional excursions and understand airport travel, winter pacing and the current accommodation tax.

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Otaru Travel Guide: Canal Area, Food and Walking Routes

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Plan a focused Otaru visit with a canal-to-Sakaimachi walk, food choices, a realistic cruise time budget, overnight trade-offs and practical train advice.

Osaka canal at blue hour, with warm restaurant lights reflected in the water.

Osaka Travel Guide: Neighbourhoods, Food and Attractions

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A practical Osaka travel guide with neighbourhood comparisons, local food choices, selective sightseeing, current transport advice and realistic routes.

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Osaka Food Guide: What to Eat and Where to Look

Experiences Food & Culture Japan

Learn what Osaka’s signature dishes actually are, where to look for them and how to fit a satisfying selection into your trip without overordering.

Osaka Castle’s white main tower and green roofs above a stone-lined moat and autumn parkland.

Osaka Castle Park Guide: Museum, Grounds and Nearby Stops

Experiences Japan Things to Do

A practical Osaka Castle Park guide covering the free grounds, tower and stone-wall museums, Nishinomaru Garden, station approaches and worthwhile nearby stops.

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Okinawa Main Island Travel Guide: Regions, Beaches and Getting Around

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Choose between Naha, Chatan, Onna and the north, find a managed beach that fits your plans, and weigh buses against car hire with realistic day groupings.

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Nishiki Market Visit Guide: Food Stalls and Responsible Visiting

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Choose food stops at Kyoto’s Nishiki Market, plan a sensible tasting budget and visit without blocking the arcade or walking while eating.

Illustrative view of Nikko's red Shinkyo Bridge over the Daiya River with cedar-covered mountain slopes

Nikko Travel Guide: Shrines, Nature and Overnight Choices

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Choose the right part of Nikko for your trip, from the World Heritage shrines to Lake Chuzenji and Yumoto Onsen, with practical overnight plans, transport choices and booking advice.