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The Japanese demonstratives
In Japanese, demonstratives (words like “this” and “that”) follow a highly systematic pattern known as the Ko-So-A-Do system. When referring to physical objects or things, we use the series これ, ...
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Having a Baby in Japan: (Almost) Everything You Need to Know
Pregnancy in Japan requires registering at a city office to receive a mandatory health handbook and financial support vouchers, as childbirth is not covered by general health insurance.
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Ferries in Japan: Tickets & Routes
Japanese long-distance ferries connect major islands, providing hotel-like amenities. A strict two-month booking window applies, and tickets sell out quickly during peak holiday periods.
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Motorcycling in Hokkaido
Motorcycling in Hokkaido is characterized by long, quiet roads with varied terrain. The riding season is from June to September, when weather and road conditions are most suitable.
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Motorcycling in Japan
Motorcycling in Japan involves touring on well-maintained roads through regions like Hokkaido and Nagano. The activity is defined by a specific road etiquette shared among local riders.
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The Cost of Owning a Motorcycle in Japan
Motorcycle ownership in Japan requires managing costs for parking, mandatory insurance, and biennial inspections for bikes over 250cc. This guide outlines these key financial and legal considerations.
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Anata no Warehouse
Anata no Warehouse Kawasaki was a former amusement arcade themed after Kowloon Walled City. Closed in 2019, it featured retro games, pool tables, and darts.
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Sapporo Breweries Chiba Beer Factory
The Sapporo Breweries Chiba Beer Factory offers guided tours of its facility, followed by a beer tasting, historical exhibition, and access to an on-site restaurant.
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Tokyo to Kyoto: The Easiest and Cheapest Travel Options
Traveling from Tokyo to Kyoto is possible via Shinkansen, highway bus, or plane. Each transport method differs in its required travel time, overall convenience, and associated costs.
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Tokyo Shutoko Expressway
The Shuto Expressway is a complex 327km network of elevated roads and tunnels in Tokyo, comprised of multiple numbered routes like the C1 and C2 circulars.
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List of Mountain Huts on the Mount Fuji Yoshida Trail
Mount Fuji mountain huts provide lodging for climbers. Advance reservations are required, and huts enforce strict policies regarding check-in times, cash payments, and cancellations.
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Getting Married in Japan as a Foreigner
Legalizing marriage in Japan requires registering at a municipal office. Couples submit a marriage notification form with two witnesses, identification, and proof of legal eligibility to marry.
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