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Party capital: Nine must-do highlights of Osaka, Japan

The city’s reputation as Japan’s premier party town is challenged by few. Here’s how to make the most of a brief visit.

  • by Jamie Lafferty
Tour the trendy Harajuku neighbourhood on the Harajuku Kawaii Tour.

Weird and wonderful: Nine must-do highlights in Tokyo

It’s no surprise that the largest city on the planet has a dizzying array of options for visitors, so we’ve whittled it down to some old and new favourites.

  • by Jamie Lafferty
Jetstar’s economy class on the Boeing 787 Dreamliner.

Airline review: It’s time to give Jetstar a second chance

In the years since I last flew Qantas’ cheaper cousin, its reputation has taken a beating. But my low expectations were upturned by proficient service.

  • by Catherine Marshall
Shikoku’s Awa Odori festival has a carnival-like atmosphere.

The summer dance festival in Japan revellers won’t want to miss

In Shikoku, Awa Odori attracts around 1.3 million people, creating a carnival-like atmosphere at what is now one of the largest summer festivals in Japan.

  • by Julietta Jameson
Vist Fushimi Inari early to avoid the thick of the crowds.

The only (ballsy) temples you need to see in Japan’s culture capital

It’s easy to get templed out in Kyoto but you can find illumination at the lesser-known dragon and scrotum temples.

  • by Keith Austin
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JAL’s first class seat will be the only first class option between Australia and Japan.

New first-class seat for Japan route can be booked with Qantas points

Japan Airlines will now be the only carrier to offer a first-class cabin on flights between Australia and Tokyo.

  • by Julietta Jameson
Passengers on board ANA are asked not to talk too loudly.
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Airline reviews

Airline review: No loud talking, please, on world’s most considerate airline

The greeting announcement requesting passengers not talk loudly or consume excess alcohol makes me feel like I am already in thoughtful, considerate Japan.

  • by Flip Byrnes
TeamLab

One of Japan’s (and the world’s) coolest museums just reopened

Ask any Tokyophiles for their must-do experiences in the Japanese capital, and they will probably cite teamLab amongst them.

  • by Julietta Jameson
Soba noodles

This insanely tasty noodle dish is a monk’s ‘last meal’ for a reason

How do you practise spirituality? Perhaps you go to church. Or do yoga. Or walk on a beach. In Japan, you can just eat soba noodles.

  • by Ben Groundwater
Kyoto Station … make sure you arrive early to enjoy all of its delights.
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Train journeys

Do I like this train station? I could happily live in it

Most of Japan’s train stations are great, but if this was like that movie The Terminal, and I was stuck living my entire life here – honestly, I’d be pretty happy.

  • by Ben Groundwater