Japan
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Japan is an archipelago off the eastern edge of Asia, stretched north to south across several climate zones. Tokyo is known for Shibuya and Asakusa, Kyoto for temples, gardens and the Gion district, Osaka for street food. The cone of Mount Fuji is visible from the shinkansen. Spring brings cherry blossom, autumn red maples, and Hokkaido winters bring deep snow.
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