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Tokyo

Japan's sprawling capital is a mesmerizing collision of ultramodern technology and ancient tradition, where neon-lit skyscrapers tower over serene Shinto shrines and centuries-old gardens.

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Kyoto

Japan's ancient imperial capital for over a thousand years, Kyoto is the cultural heart of the nation, where geisha still glide through lantern-lit alleys and over 2,000 temples preserve centuries of heritage.

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Osaka

Japan's second-largest city and self-proclaimed kitchen of the nation, Osaka is a boisterous, food-obsessed metropolis where the locals are famously warm, funny, and direct.

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Hiroshima

A city defined by resilience and hope, Hiroshima has transformed from the site of the world's first atomic bombing into a vibrant, forward-looking city and powerful symbol of peace.

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Nara

Japan's first permanent capital is an enchanting city where over 1,000 sacred deer roam freely among ancient temples, primeval forests, and some of the country's most important cultural treasures.

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Hakone

A mountainous hot spring resort nestled in the caldera of an ancient volcano, Hakone offers steaming onsen, misty lakes, world-class art museums, and stunning views of Mount Fuji.

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