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Earth Day 2024: Top countries fighting fast fashion

Earth Day 2024 is an observance that promotes environmental protection processes and encourages action against climate change. Each year, a theme is announced to highlight a pressing climate issue that needs some time in the spotlight. This year’s Earth Day theme is ‘Planet vs Plastics’ to promote plastic reduction and ultimately ensure a 60% drop…
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When are the best times to see Japan’s top attractions?

Japan is a breathtaking island country with vibrant culture, ancient traditions, delicious cuisine and some of the world’s top travel attractions! But with so many sights to see across so many seasons, deciding when to visit and see your bucket-list sights can be challenging. That’s why Expat Explore has compiled this list of Japan’s top…
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Top 6 Japanese festivals to experience

Looking for a reason to celebrate? Matsuri is the Japanese word for festival and these cultural events are unlike any other festivals in the world! If you’re planning a trip to Japan, why not see if you can work in one of the country’s many exciting annual events? That way, you’ll really get to immerse…
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The 24 best things to do in Japan!

Japan is unlike any other destination in the world. The ‘Land of the Rising Sun’ is an exciting mix of old and new; of ancient temples and modern metropolises. It is a place where tradition meets modernity in an intoxicating way. As soon as you arrive, Japan will grab your full attention and stay in…
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Japan Travel FAQ – Travel tips & everything you need to know before visiting Japan

Visiting Japan is a truly unforgettable experience! This exotic, small but surprisingly vast island country, located off the east coast of Asia, is an exciting mix of the ancient and the modern. It boasts unique Japanese culture, architecture, traditions and cuisine. Put simply, it is a place to escape the ordinary! When planning a trip…
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When is the best time to visit Japan? Travelling to Land of the Rising Sun

Japan boasts four spectacular seasons, each with its own appeal. See the flush pink cherry blossoms in spring or the vibrantly colourful maple foliage in autumn. Dive in dazzling waters in summer or ski on powdery white snow in winter. Japan is a country of contrasts, from futuristic skyscrapers and neon arcades to serene temples…
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8 Best day trips from Tokyo: nearby cities and towns

Tokyo is Japan’s electric capital city. It’s charged with tradition, culture, and a little bit of chaos. Likewise, there are so many other areas just outside of Tokyo that are equally captivating. If you’re touring Asia, you might as well visit as many places as you can. Thanks to Japan’s public transport system, which is…