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See you in Japan(^o^) — Stories & Travel
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See you in Japan(^o^) — Stories & Travel
https://japanheritage.jp/
Did Tokyo Tower Use Steel from US Tanks? Debunking a Popular Myth
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September 21, 2025 at 7:13 PM
Ohaguro: Why Japanese Women Painted Their Teeth Black (Short History)
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September 15, 2025 at 6:25 PM
Tengu Onigiri Heist — Playful Japanese Folklore
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September 14, 2025 at 4:44 PM
Explore Tokyo’s oldest amusement park, full of history and fun! A must-visit spot for travelers.
Discover Tokyo's Oldest Amusement Park: Asakusa Hana-Yashiki!
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September 13, 2025 at 12:01 AM
Explore Tokyo’s oldest amusement park, full of history and fun! A must-visit spot for travelers.
Japan's innovative drone charging poles on utility towers are paving the way for smarter cities. Watch how these poles support drone missions!
Discover Japan's Drone Charging Poles on Utility Towers!
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September 12, 2025 at 9:39 PM
Japan's innovative drone charging poles on utility towers are paving the way for smarter cities. Watch how these poles support drone missions!
Explore Japan's regional KitKats! Collect and enjoy unique flavors from different areas. Perfect for travel memories.
Discover Japan's Limited-Edition Regional KitKats!
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September 9, 2025 at 9:13 PM
Explore Japan's regional KitKats! Collect and enjoy unique flavors from different areas. Perfect for travel memories.
Learn about Japan's zodiac system, 'Eto,' and its cultural roots in our short video!
Discover Japan's Zodiac: The 'Eto' Explained!
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September 8, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Learn about Japan's zodiac system, 'Eto,' and its cultural roots in our short video!
Join us as we explore how the flavors of udon broth differ across Japan—rich soy sauce in the east and savory dashi in the west!
Discover the Regional Differences in Udon Broth in Japan!
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September 7, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Join us as we explore how the flavors of udon broth differ across Japan—rich soy sauce in the east and savory dashi in the west!
Japan's new 2024 banknotes showcase stunning 3D hologram portraits that rotate when tilted. A leap forward in currency design!
Discover Japan's 2024 3D Hologram Banknotes!
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September 7, 2025 at 4:52 AM
Japan's new 2024 banknotes showcase stunning 3D hologram portraits that rotate when tilted. A leap forward in currency design!
Discover why Japanese station bentos are delicious even when cold. A quick food secret!
Why Do Station Bentos Taste Better When Cold?
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September 5, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Discover why Japanese station bentos are delicious even when cold. A quick food secret!
Experience the energy of Tokyo's rush hour as the trains arrive in rapid succession, lighting up the platform in motion!
Tokyo Metro Rush Hour Wonder: See the Lights as You Arrive!
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September 5, 2025 at 5:19 PM
Experience the energy of Tokyo's rush hour as the trains arrive in rapid succession, lighting up the platform in motion!
Only in Japan: a hot spring theme park where you soak in wine, sake, and coffee. Swimwear required at Yunessun; classic nude onsen next door at Mori no Yu. Who’s in?
#Hakone #Yunessun #Onsen #JapanTravel #WineBath #CoffeeBath #SakeBath
#Hakone #Yunessun #Onsen #JapanTravel #WineBath #CoffeeBath #SakeBath
Hakone Yunessun Guide: Wine Bath, Sake Bath & Coffee Bath at Japan’s Quirkiest Onsen
At Hakone Kowakien Yunessun you can sink into unique beverage-themed baths—wine, coffee, and even a reimagined sake bath—in a swimsuit-friendly spa park. Look out for occasional “pouring shows” and explore traditional baths next door at Mori no Yu. Perfect for travelers seeking playful, only-in-Japa
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August 31, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Only in Japan: a hot spring theme park where you soak in wine, sake, and coffee. Swimwear required at Yunessun; classic nude onsen next door at Mori no Yu. Who’s in?
#Hakone #Yunessun #Onsen #JapanTravel #WineBath #CoffeeBath #SakeBath
#Hakone #Yunessun #Onsen #JapanTravel #WineBath #CoffeeBath #SakeBath
Ninja vs Samurai in 60s:
• Samurai = warrior elite, open battle, *bushidō*
• Ninja = covert ops, blend in, intelligence & sabotage
Black suits? A kabuki stage trope.
Save for your Japan trip notes!
• Samurai = warrior elite, open battle, *bushidō*
• Ninja = covert ops, blend in, intelligence & sabotage
Black suits? A kabuki stage trope.
Save for your Japan trip notes!
Ninja vs Samurai Explained in 60 Seconds | Roles, Weapons, Myths & History of Japan
What truly separates ninja from samurai? • Samurai: warrior elite, bushidō, open battle, governance in the Edo period • Ninja (shinobi): covert ops—espionage, sabotage, infiltration; stage-black outfit is a myth • Weapons & tools: spears/bows vs. hooks, fire tools, maps; shuriken = distraction • Sen
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August 29, 2025 at 6:41 PM
Ninja vs Samurai in 60s:
• Samurai = warrior elite, open battle, *bushidō*
• Ninja = covert ops, blend in, intelligence & sabotage
Black suits? A kabuki stage trope.
Save for your Japan trip notes!
• Samurai = warrior elite, open battle, *bushidō*
• Ninja = covert ops, blend in, intelligence & sabotage
Black suits? A kabuki stage trope.
Save for your Japan trip notes!
Have you ever wondered why Japan’s bullet trains look like this? 🚄
Watch the full story on YouTube 👉 Link in bio!
#JapanTravel #Shinkansen #BulletTrain
Watch the full story on YouTube 👉 Link in bio!
#JapanTravel #Shinkansen #BulletTrain
Why the Shinkansen’s Nose Is So Long — and So Quiet
Why are Japan’s bullet trains so FAST and sleek? 🚄
Full story on YouTube (link in bio)
#Japan #BulletTrain #DidYouKnow
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August 29, 2025 at 6:36 PM
Have you ever wondered why Japan’s bullet trains look like this? 🚄
Watch the full story on YouTube 👉 Link in bio!
#JapanTravel #Shinkansen #BulletTrain
Watch the full story on YouTube 👉 Link in bio!
#JapanTravel #Shinkansen #BulletTrain