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Love that fresh-baked-bread smell? In the Kansai area, you can savor the scent of freshly fried waffles at 18 train stations thanks to the famous Mannekin chain. Read on to learn all about these amazing waffles!

Japanese castles are great at any time of year, but these five truly shine in the fall!

If you are dying to see some kitties out in the wild, you'll want to stop by these islands that have cats galore!

We've lined up three famous pottery towns that make easy day trips from Nagoya, Osaka or Tokyo.

The Kansai region is famous for its tasty food, historic sights and fun dialect, but this amazing area also boasts plenty of awe-inspiring hikes.

Take a zipline above Japan's largest lake!

Many castles in Japan are easy to find, as they are official landmarks treasured by the country. However, there are also some hidden gems that are less frequently visited, but worth the venture if you know where to find them!

Just because these castles are ruined doesn't mean they aren't spectacular!