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Everything you need to know about Central Japan.

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Hamamatsu Industrial City

Hamamatsu has long been known as an industrial city in Japan. Industry giants like the Yamaha Corporation, the Suzuki Motor Corporation, Kawai Musical Instruments Manufacturing, and more are headquartered there.

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5 Amazing Gastronomic Treats in Hamamatsu

The first things that come to mind when people think of Hamamatsu are dumplings and unagi-don (eel bowl). In addition to these two famous dishes, Hamamatsu is also known for its tea and sake.

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The Central Japan Region and its Various Charms

After the pandemic, plan for an engaging trip to Japan starting from Chubu International Airport, the gateway to the Central Japan region.

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Restaurant Recommendations from Expats in Nagoya

Centrip Japan invited three foreigners living in Aichi Prefecture to introduce "authentic cuisine" in Nagoya City. If you are homesick and living in Japan, try these places out for a little taste of home.

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Takato Castle Ruins: Celebrate the arrival of spring with the "Best Cherry Blossoms" in the World

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Centrip's Top 7 Cherry Blossoms Viewing Spots in Central Japan for 2021

Sakura, the image of spring in Japan! Imagine the natural beauty of Japan, accented with delicate pink petals of cherry blossoms dancing on a gentle breeze. You too can enjoy this magnificent scene here, in Central Japan!

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Get a taste of Central Japan: Restaurants with overseas chains!

If it's been a long time since you last visited Central Japan, do you miss the delicious food here? There are a lot of stores from Central Japan that have opened branches overseas! Let's take a look!

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Site of Reversible Destiny - Yoro Park: A popular tourist attraction on or offline

About an hour's drive from Nagoya is a fun art theme park called the Site of Reversible Destiny - Yoro Park. The avant-garde art buildings and uneven roads make it feel like stepping into an upside-down world that tests your sense of balance.

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9 late-blooming cherry blossom spots in Central Japan

Centrip Japan has selected 9 hot spots where the sakura will bloom at the end of April to early May, such as Takayama, Kurobe, and Kanazawa Castle. Enjoy Sakura in a more relaxing way!

Written by Willow Lu

An Invitation from the Hydrangeas in June

It is always the colorful hydrangeas blooming in the corner of paths which keep me in a cheerful mood.