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The #SomewhereSunday destination today takes me to Asia. Specifically to Japan, which is on my youngest daughter's bucket list. The Asian countries have held less interest for me but Japan woes me with its cherry blossoms and gardens. Also, I really enjoy the architecture.
My go to tour guide hasn't been to Japan. Boo! So in lieu of some sort of official tour through this stunning country I searched out some "top/best things to do in" videos - separated by cities in Japan. Tokyo is the clear winner for a Japan bucket list but there are other cities that deserve attention as well. That being said, let's start with Tokyo.
But watch out for those tourist traps!
Tokyo
This is incredible!
It's a curving bend of wild cherry trees in Nara.
Imperial Palace Tokyo
Japan's currency is the Yen
Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Kyoto
Hiroshima
I've worked up quite an appetite, you?
Let's check out some Japanese street foods.
Cherry Garden, Kyoto
Green tea farm at Katsuura,Wakayama
Here are some recommendations for the top must-see places in Japan:
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The #SomewhereSunday destination today takes me to Asia. Specifically to Japan, which is on my youngest daughter's bucket list. The Asian countries have held less interest for me but Japan woes me with its cherry blossoms and gardens. Also, I really enjoy the architecture. 
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