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We know you're not trying to be a bad tourist, but everyone occasionally breaks one of these unspoken rules in Japan.

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Kamakura is a historic gem located just an hour south of Tokyo. Famous for its hydrangeas (ajisai), this city transforms into a colorful paradise when the rain arrives.Meigetsuin Temple, known as the ...