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Tucked in the cracks of Kyoto’s biggest nightlife strip is a warmer side to the city, with home-style cooking, old wooden buildings and laid-back regulars.
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According to locals, stopping at each station along this commuter rail loop is the best way to get to know the Japanese capital.
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Japanese distilleries are producing some of the best whiskies in the world, with Nikka Whisky’s Yoichi distillery laying the foundation for the industry.
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Japan has nearly 150 cafes that house anywhere from 12 to 24 cats, but cuddling with the kitties does not come cheap.
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The large Asian population, combined with a rapidly developing middle class in a period of economic growth, is spurring demand for more and cheaper flights.
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The ski resort of Niseko, famous for the quality and consistency of its light, powdery snow, has one of the longest seasons in Japan with most runs staying open until early May.
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