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Japan is one of the oldest civilizations with an incredibly rich past. It also has stunning scenery, full of intricate temple gardens, bamboo groves, and, of course, mountains. Not to mention all the ramen, sushi, udon, yakiniku, okonomiyaki, takoyaki, and many more foods you can eat in between these places.

However, Japan is also one of those countries that need some serious money to be fully appreciated. It's a bucket list destination for many people from all over the world but still remains highly unexplored because of budget constraints. From transportation to lodging, everything is quite costly there.

Enter 'Japan Inside.' This online publisher calls itself the place to discover and see the beauty of the Land of the Rising Sun, and it's hard to argue with that claim when you see its social media feed.

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Kyu-Shirataki Train Station Hokkaido

 Kyu-Shirataki Train Station Hokkaido

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    The Japanese National Team Left Their Changing Room Spotless After Their Historic World Cup Win Against Germany

    The Japanese National Team Left Their Changing Room Spotless After Their Historic World Cup Win Against Germany

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    Ladies and Gentlemen
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wish europeans and south american hooligans who call them footballers can learn even 1% from it.

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    On October 11, Japan ended some of the world's strictest border controls, and Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is counting on tourism to recharge the economy — especially with the yen hovering near a 32-year low against the dollar. And it appears to be working.

    The number of foreign visitors to Japan rose to nearly 500,000 in October, the first month it fully reopened to overseas visitors after more than two years of Covid restrictions, more than doubling the volume from September.

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    When You Sharpen A Pencil, It Turns Into A Frilled Lizard

    When You Sharpen A Pencil, It Turns Into A Frilled Lizard

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    Jennifer Critchley
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would end up spending everything I have on pencils! I guess I could make a living off selling the shavings as firestarters lol

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    After Winning The Match, The Japanese Fans Started Cleaning The Stadium

    After Winning The Match, The Japanese Fans Started Cleaning The Stadium

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    Monday
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Imagine how lovely it would be if everyone just cleaned up after events/outings.

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    The exact number of foreign visitors, for both tourism and business, rose to 498,600 last month, more than double September's 206,500 and surging a massive 2,155% from the year before, the Japan National Tourism Organization said, though it was still down 80% on 2019.

    This year, 1.52 million foreign visitors have traveled to the country, a far cry from the record 31.8 million in 2019 and the government's 2020 goal — pegged to the Summer Olympics, which was ultimately postponed — of 40 million.

    #6

    Kano Jigoro, The Legendary Founder Of Judo

    Kano Jigoro, The Legendary Founder Of Judo

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    Wooden Frame Cover

    Wooden Frame Cover

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    Ladies and Gentlemen
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i see woodwork i press like! Superb idea though to match the surrounding and not ruining it for Animals !

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    Kishida noted the government aims to attract 5 trillion yen ($35.8 billion) in annual tourist spending, but that may be a bridge too far for a sector that withered during the pandemic.

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    Hotel employment fell 22% between 2019 and 2021 and service workers who found other jobs may be hard to lure back.

    #10

    Mouth Is So Lonely

    Mouth Is So Lonely

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    Japanese Bullet Train System

     Japanese Bullet Train System

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    max and the expresso
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    2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So amazing! However I bet as soon as I step foot in one this statistics will be revised.

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    In Japan Doctors Would Prescribe "Forest Therapy" To Treat Depression And Anxiety

    In Japan Doctors Would Prescribe "Forest Therapy" To Treat Depression And Anxiety

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    Boebabazz
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also known as: Shinrin-yoku (forest bathing). There are even medical publications on the positive effect of Shinrinyok! (Medical empirical research on forest bathing (Shinrin-yoku): a systematic review. Environmental Health and Preventive Medicine)

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    Keeping The Same Price For 25 Years

    Keeping The Same Price For 25 Years

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    Passerby
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This year, the price of a famous puffed corn snack called Umaibo was raised by two yens, from 10 to 12 yens, for the first time in 42 years. The company made a solemn announcement and deeply apologized for raising the price. I personally admire their seriousness and sincerity. By the way, Gari Gari Kun made by the company in this post tastes absolutely amazing. I really like the Cola flavor.

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    Major gains will likely remain difficult until Chinese tourists return.

    A record 9.5 million Chinese people came to Japan in 2019, which accounted for about a third of all visitors. However, with Covid spreading in China, its culture and tourism ministry said that cross-border group travel was still suspended.

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    #14

    “Hanako” Was The Oldest Koi Fish Recorded

    “Hanako” Was The Oldest Koi Fish Recorded

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    Lu
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The Koi fish has seen things, mostly water. But I’m sure he/she noticed the changes in people who fed him.

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    A Japanese Diver Has Been Entrusted To Oversee One Of Japan’s Shinto Shrines That Is Located Beneath The Surface Of Tateyama Bay

    A Japanese Diver Has Been Entrusted To Oversee One Of Japan’s Shinto Shrines That Is Located Beneath The Surface Of Tateyama Bay

    Over the decades he became best friends with one marine creature who lives around the Shrine..an Asian Sheepshead Wrasse named “Yoriko”

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    #16

    Some Of The Kitkat Flavours In Japan

    Some Of The Kitkat Flavours In Japan

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    Jennifer Critchley
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You would have to try them all to find your favourite flavour....it wouldn't be fair to all the flavours if you didn't! On a more positive note my "mouth wouldn't be lonely" for a day or two! lol

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    #17

    The Japanese Lantern Plant, Also Known As The Chinese Lantern Or Winter Cherry, Is A Popular Symbol Of 'Life Within Death.'

    The Japanese Lantern Plant, Also Known As The Chinese Lantern Or Winter Cherry, Is A Popular Symbol Of 'Life Within Death.'

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    Ladies and Gentlemen
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    2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Its a kind of berry which is like 80% water, super taste and texture. So yummy. And they are grown in India and Africa as well.

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    But other trends are more encouraging. Inbound searches for hotels on the online bookings site Agoda went up nearly 16-fold between January and October, mainly by customers in South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Singapore, said Hiroto Ooka, the company's Japan-based head of North Asia.

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    #19

    Takeko Nakano The Last Female Samurai Class Warrior ...born In 1847 She Fought & Died During The Boshin War In 1868 (Japanese Civil War) Age 21 Yrs Old

    Takeko Nakano The Last Female Samurai Class Warrior ...born In 1847 She Fought & Died During The Boshin War In 1868 (Japanese Civil War) Age 21 Yrs Old

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    The Japanese Team Even Left A 'Thank You' Note In Japanese And Arabic

    The Japanese Team Even Left A 'Thank You' Note In Japanese And Arabic

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    I’ve Seen Things
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A “thank you” is effortless and free, but one of the most valuable gifts to give.

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    "We are seeing the weak yen in a positive way," he said. "Many searches are coming in, and I think partially the yen being weak is the reason for that."

    Last week, Japan said it's also reopening its ports to cruise ships from March 2023, with some 166 ships slated to visit next year.

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    #22

    The Construction Of The Temporary Road Fukui City

    The Construction Of The Temporary Road Fukui City

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    The Nishikigawa-Seiryu Railway

    The Nishikigawa-Seiryu Railway

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    Brooke Howard
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is a similar train near Windom Peak in Colorado (USA). If backpacking, you must know the train schedule to get back to civilization.

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    Nara Deer In Japan

    Nara Deer In Japan

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    D. Pitbull
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    SEE??? I'm not crazy - I was talking about how I like the look of "Asian Deer" ... and some friends looked at me weird... and I was all "you know... they have spots even when they're adults... they're on like.. paintings and... and... "

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    Japan's inbound tourism market had shown remarkable growth before the pandemic. In 2019, the country got about 46.1 billion USD from foreign tourist expenditure, making it the seventh-largest earner in this category in the world, ahead of Germany and Australia. The travel and tourism sector contributed 359 billion USD to Japan's GDP, making it the world's third-largest market in this sector after the United States and China.

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    Some Of The Temples Are Hosen-In, Yogen-In, Shoden-Ji, Genko-An, And Kosho-Ji Among A Few Others, Kyoto

    Some Of The Temples Are Hosen-In, Yogen-In, Shoden-Ji, Genko-An, And Kosho-Ji Among A Few Others, Kyoto

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    I’ve Seen Things
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    2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Horrific, makes me think of the “human shadows” of Hiroshima and Nagasaki

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    You Know You’ve Lived In Tokyo Too Long When A Gargantuan Gandumesque Robot On The Back Of A Large Truck Drives By

     You Know You’ve Lived In Tokyo Too Long When A Gargantuan Gandumesque Robot On The Back Of A Large Truck Drives By

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    Thomas Bentley
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    no, you know you have lived in tokyo too long when you don't even blink at it.

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    Staff For Japan Airlines In Vietnam Bow To Passengers As Flight Was Delayed Because Of Storm

    Staff For Japan Airlines In Vietnam Bow To Passengers As Flight Was Delayed Because Of Storm

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    Trillian
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If the Deutsche Bahn startet this they would develop a severe back pain issue within a week

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    #29

    These Roads Are In Hokkaido, Wakayama, Shizuoka Okinawa And Gunma Regions Of Japan, And All Play Different Tunes

    These Roads Are In Hokkaido, Wakayama, Shizuoka Okinawa And Gunma Regions Of Japan, And All Play Different Tunes

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    #31

    A Traditional Japanese Rite Of Passage & Festival Day For Three- & Seven-Year-Old Girls, Five-Year-Old & Sometimes Three-Year-Old Boys, Held Annually On November 15

    A Traditional Japanese Rite Of Passage & Festival Day For Three- & Seven-Year-Old Girls, Five-Year-Old & Sometimes Three-Year-Old Boys, Held Annually On November 15

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    Hachioji, Tokyo

    Hachioji, Tokyo

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    Cuppa tea?
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I will be there driving for eternity, unable to find the right exit.

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    Ice Candy Kyoto

    Ice Candy Kyoto

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    Sushi god
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ate something similar like that in japan, japans treats are the best.

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    Early 1900s “Real Hair Of A Geisha“ Before Styling

    Early 1900s “Real Hair Of A Geisha“ Before Styling

    The longer the hair was considered better.
    After WWII, geisha began to wear wigs (known as katsura) instead of styling their own hair a trend which continues to this day. Geisha generally wear shimada-style wigs known as geigi

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    TheElderNom
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Based on memoirs of a geisha I understand why they switched to wigs. Styling the hair was painful and they had to sleep with special neck pillows that kept the hair from touching anything.

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    Ramen Expert Diner

    Ramen Expert Diner

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    Yes, She Is The Same Person. Yui Susaki, Japanese Freestyle Wrestler

    Yes, She Is The Same Person. Yui Susaki, Japanese Freestyle Wrestler

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    Obvious Decoy
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't follow sports and haven't heard about her, but I applaud the drive and dedication it must have taken to get where she is and the shape she's in. I know it's more than I could ever hope to attain.

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    In Tokyo, A Bicycle Is Faster Than A Car For Most Trips Of Less Than 50 Minutes

    In Tokyo, A Bicycle Is Faster Than A Car For Most Trips Of Less Than 50 Minutes

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    Roborowski
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As a tourist (from Germany), I cycled to the sights in Tokyo and Kyoto. Worked great

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    #41

    Pikachu Off To Work... He’s A Busy Mascot In Japan

    Pikachu Off To Work... He’s A Busy Mascot In Japan

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    “Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route “ Rising Over 3000 Meters Above Sea Level, Mt Tate Is One Of Japan’s Highest Mountains

    “Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route “ Rising Over 3000 Meters Above Sea Level, Mt Tate Is One Of Japan’s Highest Mountains

    One of several peaks in the North Japan Alps that ascend to over 3000 meters, the dramatic alpine landscape is subject to heavy snow through winter. Often referred to as the ‘Roof of Japan’, towering wall of snow more than 20m high - is formed from April to June…the region is open to public from mid-April until mid-November

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    #43

    The Second Japanese Embassy To Europe Also Called The “ Ikeda Mission” Was Sent On February 6, 1864 By The Tokugawa Shogunate. Ikeda Nagaoki Was The Head Of The Mission

    The Second Japanese Embassy To Europe Also Called The “ Ikeda Mission” Was Sent On February 6, 1864 By The Tokugawa Shogunate. Ikeda Nagaoki Was The Head Of The Mission

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    censorshipsucks
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    it's interesting to think how rare international travel was till last century... really just a thing for high govt officials, merchants and "explorers"

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    #46

    A Special Torii Gate Made Of Speakers In Kamiyama, Tokushima. Where You Can Listen To Music

    A Special Torii Gate Made Of Speakers In Kamiyama, Tokushima. Where You Can Listen To Music

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    Japanese Yen

    Japanese Yen

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    Sushi god
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Many other country’s currency are more beautiful and colorful, America’s currency is just plain old white and and green.(no offense)

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    #49

    Be Bop Highschool It Was A Manga At First Then Made Into A TV Drama Then A Movie

    Be Bop Highschool It Was A Manga At First Then Made Into A TV Drama Then A Movie

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    #50

    Japan Knows How Sell TVs

    Japan Knows How Sell TVs

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    It’s Same “Nobita's House ( Doraemon)” Tokyo

    It’s Same “Nobita's House ( Doraemon)” Tokyo

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    It Was The World’s Smallest And Lightest Monochrome TV, Earning It The Nickname ‘Micro TV ‘

    It Was The World’s Smallest And Lightest Monochrome TV, Earning It The Nickname ‘Micro TV ‘

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    The Suspended Chiba Urban Monorail Chiba City. It’s The Longest In The World, With A System Length Of 15.2 Km (9.44 Mi)anese-Things-Japaninsides

    The Suspended Chiba Urban Monorail Chiba City. It’s The Longest In The World, With A System Length Of 15.2 Km (9.44 Mi)anese-Things-Japaninsides

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