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Monkey Park Iwatayama in Kyoto

Hike up a mountainside, feed wild monkeys and enjoy the view at Kyoto's Iwatayama Monkey Park.

By Victoria Vlisides

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Escape to Ome

Ome, an hour's ride from central Tokyo, welcomes you with lush greenery and surrounding mountains. But the catch is, you're still very much in Tokyo, just away from the main hustle-bustle and into scared peaks.

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The Bamboo Forest of Arashiyama

The Japanese have a long history with bamboo in their folklore, metaphorically linking a man's strength with this plant.

By Suwannee Payne

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5 Pro Baseball Teams Around Tokyo

The Tokyo area has 5 teams in Japan's professional circuit, each with its own personality and style. Here is a preview of all the teams in the Kanto region.

By Todd Wojnowski

Sports & Fitness

8 Best Places to Run in Tokyo

Tokyo is of the most populated cities in the world, full of busy streets and tall buildings. Although finding places to run can be challenging, fear not with the help of this guide.

By Kat Szumna

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Sapporo Moerenuma Park

Moerenuma Park is a mix of art and nature. Geometric shapes and wide grass fields make this park a great destination for a peaceful escape from the crowded city.

By Sandro Bernardinello

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Rainbow Bridge

The Rainbow Bridge links Tokyo with the man-made island of Odaiba.

By Ashley Haley

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Rebun From Sunset to Moonrise

A peaceful walk on top on one of the most beautiful hikes on Rebun Island. Enjoying the changing scenery from sunset to moonrise is an amazing experience.

By Sandro Bernardinello