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2001 Japan Travel and Japanese Culture Articles

12/26/01 - Japanese New Year's Celebration
New Year's holidays are called shogatsu in Japan. What do Japanese people do and eat during the holidays?

12/10/01 - Top Five Japanese Gifts
If you are looking for some unusual gifts for your family or friends, how about getting some Japanese items. I'll list some items which I think are good for gifts.

12/01/01 - Japan's Royal Baby
Crown Princess Masako gave birth to a baby girl on December 1, 2001.

11/19/01 - Japan Budget Travel
Are you traveling on a budget? Gives you some tips on traveling cheap in Japan.

11/05/01 - Visiting Nikko
Places to visit in Nikko, such as Tosho-gu shrine and Kegon falls.

10/15/01 - Visiting Hiroshima/Miyajima
Places to visit in Hiroshima-city and Miyajima Island.

10/01/01 - John Lennon Museum
Information about the museum in Saitama, Japan.

09/16/01 - Tokyo DisneySea
Disney's new theme park opened in Japan. It's located next to Tokyo Disneyland.

09/03/01 - Temple Lodging
Stay at a temple in Japan. Mt. Koya is a good are to go.

08/15/01 - Japanese Pottery Town - Mashiko
Visit a pottery town in Tochigi, Japan.

08/03/01 - Japan Clip Art
A collection of Japan clip art created from photos of Japan.

07/16/01 - Great Aquariums in Japan
Aquariums are like amusement parks. If you are going to Japan with kids, visit one of the aquariums in my list.

07/02/01 - Camping in Japan
Camping is a popular leisure activity in Japan. I'll give you Japanese campground information and camping resources.

06/18/01 - Luxurious Train Trip to Hokkaido - Cassiopeia
Cassiopeia is a luxurious berth train runs between Tokyo and Hokkaido. See the photos.

06/04/01 - Japanese Professional Baseball
Go watch a live game in Japan. A list of teams and ballparks.

05/15/01 - Japan's Crown Princess is Pregnant
Princess Masako is expecting her first baby in late November or early December.

05/07/01 - Saving Money in Shopping
Not everything is expensive in Japan. Visit flea markets and garage sales. I'll tell you where to go.

04/22/01 - Climbing Mt. Fuji
Are you planning to climb the most famous mountain in Japan? Climbing routes and some tips.

04/09/01 - Japan for Visitors Book Review: Tokyo Q
Tokyo Q is an insider's guide to Tokyo.

03/25/01 - Universal Studios Japan
Visit Universal Studios Japan in Osaka. Lots of attractions, restaurants, and stores.

03/07/01 - Great Sites for Cherry Blossom Viewing in Japan
When and where to go for cherry blossoms(sakura) viewing in Japan.

02/26/01 - Tokyo Water Cruise
Enjoy cruises along the Sumida River and on the Tokyo Bay.

02/12/01 - Tokyo Asakusa Tour
Describes the best of Asakusa, Tokyo.

01/25/01 - Ryuhyo Drift Ice Cruises
Information about the popular ryuhyo cruises in Hokkaido.

01/04/01 - 10 Great Spas in Japan
Spend one day at an onsen in Japan. A list of 10 popular onsen destinations in Japan.

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