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A new chapter begins for tax-free shopping in Japan. Photo: Ramiro Vargas / chilanga.com Editorial Note — chilanga.com Japan is preparing to introduce a significant change to its tax-free shopping system, a move that could reshape the experience of millions of international visitors. For years, travelers have enjoyed immediate tax exemptions when purchasing eligible products at participating stores across the country. Under the new framework, visitors will reportedly need to

A rainy afternoon in Japan reveals a different and deeply authentic side of travel as tourists continue exploring despite changing weather conditions. Photo taken on August 11, 2026 by Ramiro Vargas / chilanga.com Japan is often imagined through postcard-perfect images: cherry blossoms drifting across historic temples, neon lights reflecting on busy avenues, and mountain landscapes framed beneath clear skies. Yet for thousands of visitors traveling across the country today, a

Under the neon heartbeat of Rainbow Bridge, Tokyo reveals one of its most symbolic modern landmarks. Built to connect the center of the Japanese capital with the futuristic district of Odaiba, the bridge became far more than concrete and steel. Since its opening in 1993, the structure has represented movement, innovation, and the international spirit of a city always looking toward the future. At night, the Rainbow Bridge transforms into a visual spectacle. White suspension c