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A Fistful of Fun: Five books you should read this month

  You might be skimming through this month’s issue while sitting at your desk, slightly sweating (are they ever going to turn on the air conditioning?) and bored out off your mind, wondering why in the world you have to be at school during the students’ summer vacation. It is a good question, especially for…

Taj Ultimate: An International Tradition in Northern Hyogo
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Taj Ultimate: An International Tradition in Northern Hyogo

  “To build and strengthen connections between Japanese and foreigners through the Taj Ultimate event and introduce people to the wonderful scenery and community in Tajima” – the vision of Taj Ultimate   For the past eleven years, Taj Ultimate has provided a platform for foreign and Japanese people of all ages to come together…

You, Your Feet, and Unique Yakushima
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You, Your Feet, and Unique Yakushima

  If April’s article “The Do’s and Don’ts of Yakushima Hiking” by Paige Ngo intrigued you, read on for details about the most popular hikes on Yakushima and getting around the island without a car!   First things first: don’t expect your typical walk in the woods!   The many forces of nature combine to…