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Mount Fuji at 130KPH Driving around Mount Fuji in a super car

Mount Fuji at 130KPH

At the base of Mount Fuji lies Fuji Speedway, home of Toyota Motorsport and until recently F1 in Japan. Open to the public, a GaijinPot blogger goes for a spin » Continue
Hakone Open Air Museum The perfect match between art and nature

Hakone Open Air Museum

Blending famous art works from renowned artists as well as some of the most stunning natural scenery in Japan, the Hakone Open Air Museum leaves a striking impression on all who visit. » Continue
Paranormal Activities in Japan What happens when you sleep in Japan?

Paranormal Activities in Japan

The popularity of ghost stories in japan is stronger than anywhere else in the world and nearly everyone knows someone with a spooky tale to tell. Inspired by the movie Paranormal Activities, one GaijinPot blogger shares his own ghostly experience. » Continue
The many colors of Tokyo Tower See how Tokyo Tower changes with the times

The many colors of Tokyo Tower

Tokyo Tower isn't usually acknowledged for its beauty, but as one GaijinPot blogger finds while looking up in the corner of Tokyo's Roppongi district, its an icon that changes with the times. » Continue
Moving to Japan Introducing yourself to the neighbours when in Japan

Moving to Japan

Jessica Korteman looks at the Japanese tradition of gift giving when introducing yourself to new neighbours for the first time. » Continue
Japan Travel Blog A look at an untouched castle of Oda Nobunaga

Japan Travel Blog

Iain Maloney travels to Kiyosu Castle in Nagoya to find a fortress that has survived ancient war, samurai intrigue and 20th century rebuilding. » Continue
Art to Look Down on Beauty to be found in unusual places

Art to Look Down on

Japan is well known for art and its understanding of aesthetics is second-to-none. One GaijinPot blogger finds something new to appreciate » Continue
New! Update to the change visa regulations How health insurance will effect visa renewal

New! Update to the change visa regulations

Following on from a recent post explaining the new requirements for visa renewal in Japan, the rules regarding health insurance have been updated. Find out more inside. » Continue

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Train Wars: 10 ways to get a seat on a packed commuter train in Japan

Whether you have traveled here yourself, had a buddy who lived here or just happened to stumble upon a YouTube clip, you most likely are...

Gaston, November 21, 2009 Comments (10)
A taste of Akita's Finest Spirits

Well friends, hello again! It seems we are seeing a lot of each other recently. Lots to talk about and share. Akita is really alive...

Malcolm Ernst, November 20, 2009
Hakone Open Air Museum

For centuries, Hakone has drawn visitors in search of faith and healing, with few places in Japan comparing with its natural scenery, atmosphere, religion, art,...

George Stobart, November 20, 2009
Mount Fuji at 130KPH

Fuji Speedway is the premier place for Japanese race fans to go. The stunning backdrop of Mt Fuji combined with a racing track that boasts...

Robin Pharo, November 20, 2009 Comments (5)
Paranormal Activities Japanese Style

With the popularity of "Paranormal Activities" and having just watched it, I thought I would write about paranormal activities in Japan. Japan like any other...

Ryan Solberg, November 17, 2009 Comments (1)

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