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Parking your car in Japan: Know where, how or pay price!

You are stationed in Japan for the first time. You just got your government driver’s license, purchased a car at the lemon lot, filed all the proper paperwork and paid road taxes. And now you’re revved up to drive off base and explore Japan.

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Taste of Japan: Depachika a slice of heaven for foodies

If you are new to Japan, you might not be aware that culinary wonderlands are spread under the majestic façades of department stores.

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Taste of Japan: Tasty Mexican food at Mole Taqueria y Bar near Tokyo Station

Since it’s the holiday season, the 1.2-kilometer-long street in Tokyo’s Marunouchi area and the district from the Imperial Palace to the façade of Tokyo Station, is currently beautifully lit up with dazzling champagne-gold illuminations, allowing us to enjoy a romantic or family night stroll.

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Kids’ take on Pacific Travel: A visit to Korea

Korea is a destination with so many exciting places to visit and such great places to eat!


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Exploring the Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum

I recently had the opportunity to spend a peaceful afternoon traveling into Japan’s Edo and Showa era at an impressive museum in the middle of the beautiful Koganei Park in Tokyo’s suburbs.

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Yamanashi Strawberry King Museum: Honoring the legacy of Sanrio Founder Shintaro Tsuji

If your Japan itinerary includes cute cafés, character shops, and the occasional niche attraction, there’s a new stop in Yamanashi Prefecture that deserves a spot on your list.


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Photo Of Tasty unagi, yakitori sets in historical Ashikaga

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Tasty unagi, yakitori sets in historical Ashikaga

Within a three-hour drive from most Kanto bases, Ashikaga is an appealing city filled with rich samurai heritage.

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Where to swim, surf and splash near Tokyo

I’ve always loved summer. As a Southern California native, I feel at home in the heat—long days, golden sunsets and any excuse to be near water.

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Get published in Stars and Stripes Destination Paradise magazine 2026-27

It’s time to book your flights and pack your bags to go on your next adventure! We know you love to travel as much as we do and being stationed in the Pacific provides great access to all the beautiful countries you never imagined you’d get to see.

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Lunch at Coaska shopping center near Yokosuka always an adventure

I pass through the glass vestibule into Coaska Bayside Stores. Up the escalator, and I am met by a steady bustle of shoppers and commuters navigating the mall.

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Pokémon turns 30 at the Grand Hyatt Tokyo: Enjoy a summer stay to remember

The globally recognized franchise Pokémon marks its 30th anniversary this year, and Grand Hyatt Tokyo is offering a limited-time accommodation package that brings that milestone into the heart of the capital.

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Japan Cider Cup 2026 to be held May 30 in Tokyo

inCiderJapan is delighted to announce the date for the fourth annual Japan Cider Cup international cider event: Saturday, 30 May 2026.

Photo Of A tasty, cheap tonkatsu lunch in Tokyo’s high-end Kagurazaka district

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A tasty, cheap tonkatsu lunch in Tokyo’s high-end Kagurazaka district

In Tokyo’s Kagurazaka district, visitors can stroll the elegant French atmosphere while they enjoy shopping, fancy cafés and patisseries along the district’s main and side streets.

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A taste of Italy in Osaka at Cucina e Vino Lavagna

Our only option was looking like it might end up being an izakaya pub, until we found Cucina e Vino Lavagna, an Italian bistro, open until 11 p.m. on the 10th floor of Lucua Osaka building.

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