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A window seat, a station lunchbox and time to watch Japan pass by: discover the pleasures of travelling by Shinkansen.

Nigiri, conveyor-belt plates and homemade hand rolls reveal the many ways to enjoy sushi in Japan.

From Sapporo’s wavy noodles to Hakata’s extra servings, a guide to finding the ramen you want to eat again.

Sacred shrines, Hokusai’s Great Wave and three real views reveal the stories behind Japan’s most familiar mountain.

From Niigata to Mie and Nagano, three terrace landscapes reveal the water systems, shared work and everyday decisions behind a beautiful view.

Explore origami in Japan through paper cranes, playful helmets and frogs, and shared moments of folding, with beginner links and the story of Hiroshima.

Discover what to watch before a sumo bout: salt, shiko, the face-off and ring ceremonies, with simple rules and practical tips for a first visit.

Discover kabuki through its hanamichi runway, dramatic poses, makeup and onnagata, with practical advice for a first visit to Tokyo’s Kabukiza Theatre.

Discover kyogen, Japan’s traditional comedy, through curious servants, physical humor and expressive faces, with practical tips for your first performance.

Learn how guide dogs in Japan work with their handlers, what to do when you meet them, and why public access is about independence.