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NOV 11, 2025
7 Unforgettable Coastal Michi-no-Eki Worth Driving 100 Miles For
The Pacific Ocean has carved Japan's eastern edge into one of the world's most varied coastlines—from Hokkaido's volcanic shores through Tohoku's resilient fishing villages, down past Tokyo's industri...
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OCT 27, 2025
Hokkaido Coastal Seafood Route: A Fresh Catch Journey
Discover 9 exceptional michi-no-eki along Hokkaido's western coast, each offering unique seafood delicacies and stunning ocean views.
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OCT 16, 2025
The Volcanic Circle: A Journey Through Hokkaido's Fire and Ice
There's a route through southwestern Hokkaido that traces the story of the earth itself—a journey where mountains born from fire meet serene lakes cradled in ancient calderas, where coastal vistas str...
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AUG 22, 2025
Summer Nights in Light: Chasing Japan's Fireworks Season by the Road
There's something about summer in Japan that lives in the pause between daylight and darkness. The air hangs thick and warm, cicadas crescendo in waves, and as twilight deepens, entire communities gat...
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