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What Do You Like the Most About Japan?

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:42:02 +0000

If you are planning a trip to Japan, what are your reasons for visiting Japan? What do you want to do? Take the poll, and leave a comment if your choice isn't listed. This is a place for you to express your interest to Japan and share your passion with others. Vote Here.

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What Do You Like the Most About Japan? originally appeared on About.com Japan Travel on Friday, November 20th, 2009 at 07:42:02.

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Tokyo Web Cams

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 07:04:40 +0000

Isn't it fascinating to just sit and watch the streets and the sceneries of Tokyo? Even though you don't have a plan to travel to Tokyo soon, you can enjoy live views of the city online. Check this list of Tokyo web cams now.

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Tokyo Web Cams originally appeared on About.com Japan Travel on Wednesday, November 18th, 2009 at 07:04:40.

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Beautiful Autumn in Kyoto

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 07:27:30 +0000

November is the busiest tourist month in Kyoto where temples, shrines, parks, and gardens are filled with fall colors. Special light up events create fantastic night views in many locations during this time. The autumn light up event in Kiyomizu Temple is held through December 6, 2009.

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Kyoto Kiyomizu Temple in Autumn Photo by Junko Kimura / Getty Images

Beautiful Autumn in Kyoto originally appeared on About.com Japan Travel on Monday, November 16th, 2009 at 07:27:30.

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Autumn Leaves in Mount Takao

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 07:41:10 +0000

Beautiful autumn leaves can be viewed in mid to late November in Mount Takao which is a popular hiking destination in Tokyo. It takes less than one hour by train to Takaosan-guchi Station from Shinjuku, and you can also take the cable car or the lift to halfway up the mountain where the Takaosan Yakuoin Temple is located. It's the best spot to see red and orange Japanese maple leaves in Mount Takao, and the leaves peak in late November. If you take a hike to the mountain's peak, Mt. Fuji can be viewed on clear days.

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Autumn Leaves in Mount Takao originally appeared on About.com Japan Travel on Friday, November 13th, 2009 at 07:41:10.

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Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 07:18:49 +0000

The annual November Grand Sumo Tournament (Kyushu-basho) is held from November 15 - 29, 2009 at Fukuoka Kokusai Center. Check the ticket information and go to see exciting Japanese sumo matches in Fukuoka where you can also find many tourist attractions.

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Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka originally appeared on About.com Japan Travel on Wednesday, November 11th, 2009 at 07:18:49.

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Free Admission Days - National Museums and Parks

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 07:55:07 +0000

To commemorate the 20th anniversary of the enthronement of His Majesty the Emperor of Japan, Japan's government ministries and agencies have been carrying out many events this year besides the public celebration on November 12, 2009 in Tokyo. Let's take advantage of free admission to the following tourist attractions in the coming week.

Free Admission to Shinjuku Gyoen Garden on November 12, 14, and 15 in 2009

Free Admission to 12 National Museums in Japan on November 12 in 2009

Free Admission to 12 National Government Parks in Japan on November 14 or 15 in 2009

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Free Admission Days - National Museums and Parks originally appeared on About.com Japan Travel on Monday, November 9th, 2009 at 07:55:07.

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Launch of the Festive Season in Tokyo

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 08:18:18 +0000

Many popular Christmas trees and holiday lights in Japan are illuminated from mid-November. One of the most popular Christmas trees in Tokyo is the Mikimoto Christmas Tree, which has been lightening up the holiday season in Ginza over 30 years. The 2009 Mikimoto Christmas Tree lighting ceremony is held on November 7, 2009 at 4:15 p.m. Stop by the Mikimoto Pearls main store to see the tree when you go shopping in Ginza.

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Launch of the Festive Season in Tokyo originally appeared on About.com Japan Travel on Friday, November 6th, 2009 at 08:18:18.

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The 20th Anniversary of the Enthronement of His Majesty the Emperor of Japan

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 08:53:58 +0000

This year marks the 20th anniversary of His Majesty the Emperor Akihito's accession to the throne. Since the enthronement ceremony was held on November 12, 1990, the public celebration takes place on November 12, 2009 in Tokyo. Although only ticket-holders are admitted to the stage ceremony starting at 3 p.m., everyone can watch other events, such as festive parades, traditional Japanese music and dance performances, and regional speciality item sales, which are held from 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. in the Kokyo Gaien (Tokyo Imperial Palace Outer Garden) area.

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The 20th Anniversary of the Enthronement of His Majesty the Emperor of Japan originally appeared on About.com Japan Travel on Wednesday, November 4th, 2009 at 08:53:58.

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Tori-no-ichi in Tokyo

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 07:42:46 +0000

Tori-no-ichi are traditional Japanese open-air markets take place on the days of the rooster (tori-no-hi) in November according to the Chinese calendar, which fall on November 12 and 24 in 2009. There are vendors sell colorfully decorated kumade (rake shaped bamboo charms) of different sizes at the markets. People visit tori-no-ichi to pray for good luck and good business and buy charms. Check out the list of popular places for tori-no-ichi in Tokyo.

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Tori-no-ichi in Tokyo originally appeared on About.com Japan Travel on Monday, November 2nd, 2009 at 07:42:46.

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Holiday in Tokyo

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 08:43:47 +0000

A traveler to Japan needs your advice and writes, "I will be on holiday in Tokyo for about 9days and will like to check whether there are any place you would like to recommend apart from the usual tourist attractions.... Somewhere that is not too popular with the tourist which is full of the Japanese favour... " Post Your Suggestions Here

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Holiday in Tokyo originally appeared on About.com Japan Travel on Friday, October 30th, 2009 at 08:43:47.

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