Three Times The National Average in Japan, Why Has Kyoto's "Kyotango City" Become A City of Longevity?

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The average life expectancy of the Japanese is one of the highest in the world and continues to increase year by year. In Japan, there are many places known for their longevity, and Kyoto Prefecture is one of them, celebrated as the "City of Longevity" worldwide. This time, let's take a look at the secrets of Kyotango City, a vibrant and long-lived city located in the northern part of Kyoto Prefecture.

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Suitable For Winter Family Travel! 22 Recommended Tourist Destinations In Japan

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Today, I recommend Japanese winter travel destinations suitable for family outings. These include the "Hawaiian Hot Springs Resort," where you can enjoy a summer-like atmosphere year-round, the "Izu Cactus Park Zoo," where you can see capybaras in open-air baths, and the "Asahiyama Zoo," where you can also observe capybaras in open-air baths, and it's particularly popular for penguin walks. Join us on this journey!

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15 Exquisite Japanese Hot Spring Destinations

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During the autumn and winter seasons, traveling to Japan and enjoying its hot springs can provide immense pleasure and relaxation for both body and mind. Recently, a Japanese media outlet conducted a survey among 77,000 travel enthusiasts, ranking various interesting hot spring resorts across Japan, such as Arima Onsen, Gero Onsen, Kusatsu Onsen, and more. They have carefully selected the top 15 popular Japanese hot spring destinations!

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20 Recommended Yufuin (Or Yunokami) Hot Spring Inns, Where You Can Enjoy Beautiful Skin Baths And Delicious Food!

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Yufuin is a famous hot spring destination in Oita Prefecture, boasting the second-largest hot spring water volume in the country and being one of Japan's most popular hot spring areas. It can be written as "由布院" or "湯布院," and when referring to the hot springs, the correct name is "Yufuin Onsen," but in tourist guides, it is sometimes written as "Yunokami Onsen."

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【2023】Japan Minimum Hourly Wages By Prefectures

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Starting from October 2023, all 47 prefectures in the country have raised their minimum wage standards, increasing the minimum hourly wage from 39 yen to 47 yen. The national average hourly wage is 1,004 yen, which is an increase of 43 yen compared to 2022, marking the first time it has surpassed the 1,000 yen mark. This 43 yen increase is the largest increase since the system was initiated in 1978. All municipalities have responded to the national requirements, with 24 municipalities exceeding their targets. The two prefectures with the highest increase are Shimane and Saga, which have increased by 47 yen, followed by Yamagata and Tottori, which have increased by 46 yen.

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Observe Sea Turtles Laying Eggs At Nakatajima Sand Dunes, One of The Three Largest Sand Dunes In Japan!

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Sand Dunes is a place where you can experience the exotic atmosphere of Japan, with endless sand mountains and endless blue ocean, as well as the magnificent scenery created by nature.When it comes to sand dunes in Japan, the first thing that comes to mind may be Tottori Sand Dunes. However, did you know that Shizuoka Prefecture, not far from the Kanto region, also has sand dunes?Nakatajima Sand Dunes (中田島砂丘) is located in Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture, on the verge of Enshu Beach. A day trip from the Kanto area and the Tokai area is recommended!

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22 Exquisite Locales in Hokkaido for the Appreciation of Crimson Foliage

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Hokkaido boasts numerous enchanting crimson foliage destinations. Commencing from Asahidake, the earliest site for admiring these vivid leaves in Japan, one can proceed to the renowned Hakodate region. The optimal period for enjoying Hakodate's red maple splendor falls between late October and early November.

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