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For a small country, Japan comprises some strikingly diverse landscapes. We check out 10 of the most breathtaking towns in Japan.

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Make the most of your trip to Tokyo by taking advantage of one of these great guided tours.

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Only in Japan's capital are robots welcomed with the same enthusiam as spring's blossoms

At once ultra-modern and enduringly traditional, Japan’s capital is a kaleidoscope of pop culture, history and innovation. There’s something to stimulate the senses around every corner, whether it’s the buzz of a pachinko parlour, the scent of incense at Sensō-ji temple, the neon lights of Kabukichō or the sight of blossoming cherry trees. Tokyo’s tech-savvy reputation is embodied in its futuristic skyscrapers, high-speed bullet trains, robot restaurants and nine-storey electronics stores. Japan’s penchant for all things eccentric is evident everywhere, from eye-popping street style to stores, streets and whole districts devoted to manga, anime and kawaii culture. Meanwhile, old-world Japan can be found in the city’s historic shrines, Japanese gardens and in the narrow streets of old-fashioned quarters such as Asakusa.

Introducing Tokyo

Tokyo is an incomparable city where everything you do will be unlike anything you’ve known before. Eating is an experience in itself, with concepts ranging from monster, maid and animal cafés to traditional tea ceremonies. To eat and drink like a resident, head to Shinjuku and explore the Golden Gai’s maze of tiny drinking dens and Omoide Yokocho’s izakaya (Japanese pubs). Take in the sheer size of the world’s most populated city from atop the 634m-tall Tokyo Skytree, or by braving the crowds at the infamous Shibuya Crossing. Finally, make sure to enjoy quintessentially Japanese traditions, whether by watching a sumo tournament or soaking in an onsen (natural hot spring).

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A Week In Tokyo

Featured in our original series, Hungerlust, we meet Makoto Shirane the master behind Tokyo’s spiciest ramen: broth simmered for hours, crowned with curly noodles.

Hungerlust: The King of Ramen

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Tokyo's Fake Food Factory

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Japan is famous for its dazzling cherry blossom flower, but what is it's connection to horse meat? and why was a code name needed?

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The Busiest Pedestrian Crossing in the World

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Future Eatery - Where You Can Work to Earn Your Meal

This sumo-themed restaurant in Tokyo invites diners to take on retired champs in the dohyō.

Tokyo's Top Sumo Restaurant

Welcome to Tokyo's Monster Cafe

Cocktails and Vows - The Buddhist Bar of Japan

Daruma dolls are traditional Japanese good luck charms for the New Year. Culture Trip traveled to Kawagoe, just outside of Tokyo, to find out more.

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Japan's New Year's Resolution Dolls

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Prague is a labyrinth of cobbled lanes and hidden, winding courtyards is a treasure trove of delight any aimless wanderer would love to explore.

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You Need to See These Magical Places Before You Leave Prague

The Clementinum library is not only one of the most beautiful libraries in the world, but also one of the oldest,

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Taste the top goulash, roasted pork and, of course, craft beer, in Prague, the Czech Republic’s capital city that enchants visitors with its authentic local cuisine.

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Eat your way through the best of Prague gastronomy by visiting these varied markets, offering everything from fresh local produce to Vietnamese delicacies.

The Best Food and Drink Markets in Prague

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Prague is home to the Czech Republic’s best contemporary art galleries, exhibition spaces and private museums.

The Best Contemporary Art Galleries in Prague

With its gothic exuberance, 19th-century opulence and 20th-century modernism, Prague truly is a city like no other.

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Prague has a lot more to offer to visitors besides ancient structures. In fact, Prague is home to some very unique experiences you won't want to miss.

6 Amazing Experiences Unique to Prague

No visit to Czechia is truly complete without visiting at least one of these magical lesser-known towns.

The Most Underrated Towns in the Czech Republic

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20 Must-Visit Attractions in Prague

Make the most of your time in the Czech capital by reading Culture Trip’s action-packed two-day itinerary for visiting Prague.

How To Spend 48 Hours in Prague

the Czech Republic is home to a host of awesome national parks, stunning small towns and medieval castles straight out a fairy tale. Check out The Culture Trip’s round-up of its most scenic spots and we’re sure you’ll agree, the Czech Republic is one of the most beautiful countries in Europe.

The 12 Most Beautiful Spots In Czech Republic

Check out some of the most unusual and exciting things to do in the Czech capital!

The Best Kept Secrets In Prague

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A Budget Traveller's Guide to Prague

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10 Traditional Souvenirs to Buy in Prague

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