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Japan Travel: Where to Go in Nara Video Created: Friday, May 25, 2012 Updated: Friday, May 25, 2012
Nara is an historical city in Japan featuring some of the world's oldest temples and monasteries. Watch this travel video from About.com to learn more about what to see and where to go in Nara.
Popular Japanese Gardens and Temples in Kyoto Video Created: Friday, May 18, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, May 22, 2012
Kyoto, Japan is known for its majestic temples and gardens. Watch this travel video from About.com for more information and a glimpse into the serene beauty of Kyoto's temples and gardens.
Japanese Culture and Etiquette Created: Wednesday, September 19, 2007 Updated: Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Learn about Japanese culture.
What to do in Japan Created: Tuesday, September 11, 2007 Updated: Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Ideas for things to do in Japan.
Major Events and Festivals in Kyoto Created: Saturday, May 07, 2011 Updated: Wednesday, August 31, 2011
A list of major events and festivals in Kyoto
Visiting Japanese Monkeys Created: Saturday, June 18, 2011 Updated: Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Are you interested in seeing wild Japanese monkeys? Find out where to go to observe them in Japan.
Planning a Japan Trip and Basics of Japan Created: Monday, September 10, 2007 Updated: Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Basic information about Japan to help you plan your trip to Japan.
Japanese Customs and Etiquette in Japan Created: Sunday, December 13, 2009 Updated: Tuesday, August 30, 2011
A list of Japanese customs you need to know before you go to Japan.
Kyoto Fall Foliage Viewing Spots Created: Friday, October 02, 2009 Updated: Tuesday, August 30, 2011
A list of fall foliage viewing spots in Kyoto, Japan.
Chubu Region Fall Foliage Viewing Spots Created: Wednesday, September 30, 2009 Updated: Tuesday, August 30, 2011
A list of popular fall foliage viewing spots in Chubu region.
Fall Foliage Viewing Spots in Sapporo Created: Monday, September 28, 2009 Updated: Tuesday, August 30, 2011
A list of fall foliage viewing spots in Sapporo.
Osaka Fall Foliage Viewing Spots Created: Friday, October 02, 2009 Updated: Tuesday, August 30, 2011
A list of fall foliage viewing spots in Osaka.
Hokkaido Fall Foliage Viewing Spots Created: Monday, September 28, 2009 Updated: Tuesday, August 30, 2011
A list of fall foliage viewing spots in Hokkaido.
Fall Foliage Viewing Spots in Tohoku Created: Monday, September 28, 2009 Updated: Tuesday, August 30, 2011
A list of best fall foliage spots in Tohoku region.
Kinki Region Fall Foliage Viewing Spots Created: Friday, October 02, 2009 Updated: Tuesday, August 30, 2011
A list of fall foliage viewing spots in Kinki region.
Kanto Region Fall Foliage Viewing Spots Created: Tuesday, September 29, 2009 Updated: Tuesday, August 30, 2011
A list of fall foliage viewing spots in Kanto region.
Shikoku Region Fall Foliage Viewing Spots Created: Wednesday, September 30, 2009 Updated: Tuesday, August 30, 2011
A list of fall foliage viewing spots in Shikoku region.
Chugoku Region Fall Foliage Viewing Spots Created: Wednesday, September 30, 2009 Updated: Tuesday, August 30, 2011
A list of best fall foliage viewing spots in Chugoku region.
Kyushu Region Fall Foliage Viewing Spots Created: Friday, October 02, 2009 Updated: Tuesday, August 30, 2011
A list of fall foliage viewing spots in Kyushu region.
Tokyo Fall Foliage Viewing Spots Created: Tuesday, September 29, 2009 Updated: Tuesday, August 30, 2011
A list of fall foliage viewing spots in Tokyo.
Beer Gardens in Tokyo Created: Friday, July 17, 2009 Updated: Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Are you looking for a place to drink beer in Tokyo? Check out this list of beer gardens open during the summer.
Fukuoka Attractions Created: Tuesday, November 10, 2009 Updated: Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Fukuoka-city is the capital of Fukuoka Prefecture in Kyushu. Find out what to see in the city.
Free Things to Do in Tokyo Created: Friday, April 02, 2010 Updated: Tuesday, August 30, 2011
A list of free things to do in Tokyo.
Ume Plum Blossom Viewing Created: Saturday, January 09, 2010 Updated: Tuesday, August 30, 2011
A list of Japanese ume plum blossom viewing spots.
Traditional Festivals in Japan Created: Tuesday, August 24, 2010 Updated: Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Are you interested in seeing traditional festivals in Japan? Here is a list of popular ones to visit.
Popular Onsen Destinations in Japan Created: Tuesday, June 19, 2007 Updated: Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Here is a list of popular onsen hot springs in Japan.
Things to Do in Kyoto Created: Saturday, July 23, 2011 Updated: Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Kyoto, Japan's ancient capital, offers many attractions for visitors. Here is a list of some of great things to do in the city.
Geisha Shows in Japan Created: Friday, June 15, 2007 Updated: Tuesday, August 30, 2011
A list of popular geisha shows in Japan.
Cherry Blossom Spots in Chubu Region Created: Friday, June 15, 2007 Updated: Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Lists popular spots to view cherry blossoms in Chubu region.
Cherry Blossom Spots in Chugoku Region Created: Friday, June 15, 2007 Updated: Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Lists popular spots to see cherry blossoms in Chugoku region.
Cherry Blossom Spots in Osaka Created: Friday, June 15, 2007 Updated: Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Popular cherry blossom spots in Osaka.
Cherry Blossom Spots in Kinki Region Created: Friday, June 15, 2007 Updated: Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Lists cherry blossom spots in Kinki region.

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