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Destinations in Japan

Japan is so much more than the “normal” circuit of Kyoto-Nara-Osaka-Tokyo.
Having been to all 47 prefectures (都道府県 Todōfuken), there is a LOT to see, and my main goal is to share with you as many destinations in Japan as possible.

Map of Japan color coded by regions

Destinations in Japan

Japan is fast becoming one of the “it” places to travel in the world. With the country being about the size of California, and one of the best transportation systems, you can cover a lot of ground in a short amount of time.

What you’ll find here

Featured here are travel guides to destinations in Japan at all corners of the land of the rising sun. Tourist locations both on and off the beaten path as well as festivals and other cultural intrigues.

Whether a day trip, long weekend or a few weeks. Let Kristen Abroad help guide you to some awesome times.

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Tottori: 8 Great Experiences in the Capital of Tottori, Japan
Destinations in Japan / Chugoku region (中国地方)

Tottori: Unlock 8 Experiences in Beautiful Tottori Japan Now

When planning a trip to Japan, you may not know about Tottori on the Western Side on Honshu in the Chugoku region. The least populated prefecture, Tottori is located along …

How to get Tickets for Popular Sailor Moon Cafe in Tokyo
Destinations in Japan

How to get Tickets for Popular Sailor Moon Cafe in Tokyo

If you are a fan of Sailor Moon, there are plenty of events whether permanent as Shining Moon Tokyo is or temporary like the pop-up Sailor Moon cafe that happen …

21 Great Shows and Documentaries about Japan to Watch Now
Destinations in Japan

21 Great Shows and Documentaries about Japan to Watch Now

This post may have been slightly inspired by the current state of affairs of stay-at-home orders and quarantine with COVID-19 running amok. I tend not to be a big TV …

What You Need To Know About Tokyo's AnimeJapan
Destinations in Japan

AnimeJapan: 7 Best Things You Need To Know for Tokyo Convention

AnimeJapan is a trade show or anime convention that has been occurring every March since 2014. Sadly, due to the coronavirus closures of large scale events in Japan, it was …

One Drop Cafe - Excellent Option for Vegetarian in Yokosuka
Food & Brew / Kanto Region (関東地方)

One Drop Cafe – Excellent Option for Vegetarian in Yokosuka

One Drop Cafe prides itself on having fresh locally sourced vegetables. One of my favorite downtown restaurants, it is a great option if you are looking for vegetarian in Yokosuka.  …

How to visit World Heritage Itsukushima Shrine Now
Destinations in Japan / Chugoku region (中国地方)

How to visit World Heritage Itsukushima Shrine Now

What do you picture when you think of Japan?  Probably Mt. Fuji, but also, likely, an orange torii gate sitting in the water tops the list. Whether you learned of …

3 Amazing big floats at Tachineputa Museum in Aomori, Japan
Destinations in Japan / Tohoku Region (東北地方)

3 Amazing big floats at Tachineputa Museum in Aomori, Japan

When I told my coworkers that I was going to Aomori, they lit up and asked if I was going to the Neputa Festival.  The what?  They quickly pulled it …

Aomori Prefecture Weekend trip from Tokyo
Destinations in Japan / Tohoku Region (東北地方)

Beautiful Quick Crammed Aomori Weekend Trip from Tokyo

I’ve been known to go crazy distances for a day trip.  My most is probably 5 or 6 hours, one way. Sometimes you only have a day and need to …

Japanese Conversation Classes in Yokosuka
Japan Living Savvy / Kanto Region (関東地方)

Japanese Conversation Classes in Yokosuka You Need to Know

Looking for Japanese conversation classes in Yokosuka? There are many options to choose from. Before moving to Japan, I had started self-teaching myself some basic conversation grammar and the three …

Aztecas Yokosuka - Best Mexican in Yokosuka
Food & Brew / Kanto Region (関東地方)

Aztecas Yokosuka – Best Mexican in Yokosuka?

You may recall, that I love Mexican Food. So much so, that if my last meal could only be one cuisine, it would be Mexican. When I was turning 5, …

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