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From documents, costs, and exams to cultural tips, a complete guide to driving school life in rural Japan with honest advice and personal insights.
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In northern Japan, the autumn season brings a series of festivals, known locally as aki matsuri (秋まつり), celebrating the harvest, nature, and local heritage. These festivals remain particularly distinctive, often overlooked by travelers. In this article, I will guide you on how to understand, experience, and enjoy them correctly, so read until the very end!
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So, you’re in Osaka, you've ate takoyaki, seen the neon lights of Dotonbori, took the picture with the グリコ(Glico), dodged bicycles in Umeda, and maybe even attend the Osaka Expo 2025. But what if I told you that heading to northern Japan is absolutely worth it? (Not to mention, it's surprisingly easy and affordable to get back to Tokyo from here too)