Edo Period
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Rebirth of an Icon: Kyoto’s Nijo Castle

After major restoration, the castle’s main palace has finally reopened.

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Rebirth of an Icon: Kyoto’s Nijo Castle
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Travel Guide: Hakodate

The historic harbor offers international architecture, scenic views, and squid.

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Travel Guide: Hakodate
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First Look: Japan’s New Banknotes

Who are the faces on the nation’s 2024 banknote series?

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First Look: Japan’s New Banknotes
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A Weekend in Southern Fukui

Tsuruga and Wakasa offer rich heritage and nature.

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A Weekend in Southern Fukui
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A Visual History of Osaka’s Dotonbori

The entertainment district has been the heart of the city for over four hundred years.

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A Visual History of Osaka’s Dotonbori