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Month: May 2025

Discovering Kawagoe: A Day Trip from Tokyo into Edo-Era Japan

Why Kawagoe Is One of My Favorite Tokyo Day Trip If you’re visiting Tokyo and craving a short escape from the city’s fast-paced energy, Kawagoe—often called “Little Edo”—is the perfect answer. I didn’t expect much when I first visited, but…

Vending Machine in Japan: Hunt for the Strangest Machines

When night falls in Japan, the streets don’t go dark—they glow. Neon lights reflect off vending machines that stand like colorful robots along quiet alleyways and busy roads alike. And they don’t just sell drinks. Some offer steaming hot meals….