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This Underrated Japanese Town Is An Authentic, Mountainous, And Uncrowded Alternative To Tokyo
Escape Tokyo crowds by heading to an underrated mountain town rich in culture and history. Explore the quaint streets while ...
Japanese locals show that the real-world inspiration for Silent Hill f's new town can be just as scary as the game
"When I looked at the game screen, my usual boring walking route had turned into a disturbing and bizarre landscape" ...
Deeper into Japan: Kyushu’s hot spring towns, seasonal feasts and gentle walks
An onsen gastronomy trek in rural Japan is a triple indulgence in hot springs, local delicacies and scenic walks. Read more ...
How this Japanese town is reimagining photography in 2025
Nestled in the mountains of Japan, a legacy of craftsmanship births a camera unlike any other. Unveiling the new Sigma BF ...
When Sneakers Become Art
A traditional Japanese sewing technique called sashiko, taught to victims of a 2011 disaster, has sparked a business creating ...
The World from PRX on MSN12d
Japan’s aging population is pushing shrinking cities to grapple with a new reality
As Japan’s population ages, cities like Yubari have to choose between finding new ways to attract more residents or focusing ...
In Japan's ski resort area of Myoko, trepidation as more foreign money pours in
Three winters from now, Japan's snowy Myoko highlands will be home to a $1.4 billion mega-resort built by a Singaporean fund, ...