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Living in Japan and looking for a vacation somewhere on one of the islands? There are many great destinations to head to for a few days or more. Japan has diverse treats to offer, with plenty of culture mixing with great scenery ranging from castles to mountains to beaches. You won’t need to worry about jetting off abroad for a break. Beyond Tokyo and Osaka (both of which get plenty of attention), here are a few other places to consider if planning a Japanese holiday. Kyoto Japan’s former imperial capital, Kyoto is rich with history and culture, a modern thriving city that has preserved much tradition. Unsurprisingly, this makes it a popular destination for tourists and holiday-makers. You can see castles, the imperial palace, and some of the best temples and shrines in Japan. There is no shortage of things to see and do if you want to spend a week or more here. Visiting the teahouses of Gion and boating along the Fushimi canals are evergreen favourites, but it’s also worth heading to further out places such as Arashiyama to see the bamboo forest and snow monkeys. Mount Fuji Arguably Japan’s most famous landmark, Mt. Fuji can be seen…