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A viewing platform on the rocky Sado Island coast

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Sado Island: A two-day Tokyo escape of Taiko drums, tub boats and temples

Sado Island isn't far from Tokyo, but it feels a world away. Discover traditional Taiko drums, tub boats, temples and rugged rock formations.

Noh Theatre Stage Outside in Sado Island

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Reasons to visit Sado Island, Japan

Sado Island provides the chance to step back in time. Discover the top reasons to visit Sado Island, from gold mines to traditions like Tub Boats and Taiko Drumming.

A beautiful red pagoda sits next to a large red temple in the city of Tokyo

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A quick guide to Tokyo: must-visit neighbourhoods, attractions and easy day trips

Tokyo is a city where you could spend countless days exploring, but here is a quick Tokyo guide of must-visit areas and day-trip ideas.

An open sided train in Kochi, Japan, looks out to the ocean

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Kochi Japan Travel Guide and Top Things to Do

The Kochi Prefecture of Japan is packed with natural wonders and traditional experiences. Discover the top things to do in Kochi travel guide.

Sunset on the Shimanto river in Kochi Japan, with the mountains reflecting in the water

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In a chaotic world, Kochi, Japan, is the wellness retreat you didn’t know you needed

With deep-sea therapy spas, mountains, forest and crystal-clear rivers for water sports, the Kochi prefecture is an ideal Japan wellness retreat.

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Sado Island: A two-day Tokyo escape of Taiko drums, tub boats and temples

Reasons to visit Sado Island, Japan

A quick guide to Tokyo: must-visit neighbourhoods, attractions and easy day trips

Kochi Japan Travel Guide and Top Things to Do

In a chaotic world, Kochi, Japan, is the wellness retreat you didn’t know you needed

Live the island life: 20 unique islands to visit in 2021

Pilgrimages, blacksmiths, and festivals: Nine traditional experiences you can enjoy in Kochi, Japan

Kōchi Castle meets teamLab Digital Art: modern vs tradition in Japan