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Kowshima City

小岛市 (Xiǎo dǎo shì) at The Walled City Island with Harbour and Dragon Park is an urban hang-out open to all kinds of people. Kowshima is a small Island with a Japanese and Chinese background. Visit the "Walled City" where you will find plenty of interesting places such as the Junior High School, take a look at the Dragon Park, or visit the club in the Harbour to spend time with friends or meet fascinating new people. They have only one rule: "Be Kind!"

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LGBTQ+ Friendly

Raki Rainbow

Raki Rainbow is an Asian-based destination owned and operated by an LGBTQ+ community in Second Life. They have a zen garden and a club with daily events playing all genres of music from Jazz and Blues to EDM. Come over and find your peace.

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Photogenic Spots

REN

[REN] is a photogenic spot and hideaway, where seasonal plants bloom every month, ever-changing, yet peaceful and relaxing. Enjoy the Japanese garden, beach with sunset views, caves, galleries, and more!

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Memorials

Battleship Yamato Memorial

At Battleship Yamato Memorial in Second Life, you will find a scaled replica of the Yamato, a Japanese battleship from World War II. Walk around the biggest battleship of the world and see historic pictures at this impressive 3D replica.

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Kyoto Kagai

At Kyoto Kagai Hanafusa & Komayaka visit teahouses for geisha entertainment. Experience theater performances and learn more about traditional Japanese art and culture through events and roleplay in modern Kyoto, Japan. You will find shopping, shrines, the Maiko Museum, okiya, and ochaya of the karyukai.

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The Last Aokigahara Souls

The Last Aokigahara Souls is a place dedicated to Japanese nature and spirit. Everyone is welcome to relax and enjoy a cup of good tea. Photographers and bloggers can rezz objects upon joining the group.

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Real Life

Hashima Island

Welcome to Hashima Island, a new destination from the Skrunda team. Take your first step onto the island from the rickety old ferry and be transported into the strange world of Hashima, an ex coal mine community, prison, and film set. The people have gone but the feeling of their humanity remains. Inspired by Hashima Island in Japan.

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Nature & Parks

Japanese Zen Garden at Project Hope

Walk and explore the natural Japanese gardens at Project Hope. Sit and relax in the calming gardens, play an instrument in the music garden, or just while away your time in the Japanese house. An inspirational garden of peace and happiness.

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Music

Night Blossom Lounge

Night Blossom Lounge is a Japanese-inspired nightclub with a romantic atmosphere. Enjoy the nightlife at this beautifully landscaped location and find the perfect spot to take photos in the Garden of Dark Delights. There are also many lounging areas and a game area on top of the club's roof. With many new and inspiring DJs, the genre is always changing to fit the needs of the community.

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Kawaii City

A photogenic cyberpunk/dystopic city to walk around, eat some Asian food, have some delicious coffee, explore the bars and clubs or find a place with that special somebody and snuggle a little.

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Seiryu Blues Lounge & Bar

Seiryu Blues Lounge & Bar is the latest jazz club to hit the scene. Seiryu is a uniquely Japanese take on traditional jazz clubs. Located at the back of Kiyori's adult section, they serve as a one-of-a-kind adult nightlife experience in a cozy yet classy atmosphere. Grab a drink and seat yourself at the bar and mingle or lounge on the couches and listen to the musical fusion of modern American jazz meets Japanese culture.

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UMIOTO Marina Japan

Umioto Marina has a scenic harbor with free sailing and fishing. Enjoy the sound of the sea and take lots of snapshots. You can also listen to music with the live DJs or hang out at the coffee and bar.

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Fuji Kyoka

Welcome to Fuji Kyoka! Everyone is welcome to explore the romantic getaways, live music events, hangout, Japanese tea house, gardens, dojo, and the many visions and amenities within the vicinity.

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International Floater

Akijima

Akijima is a beautiful, authentic Japanese region with 5 separate worlds: Kinkakuji Garden in Kyoto home to Golden Pavilion; Akinawa a tropical island of Okinawa; Kumanogawa - a Riverworld; Hokkano a Winterworld of mountains & ice sculptures; and Tengoku - the performance venue. Lots to do here including posing, dancing, romancing, river-raft and balloon rides; horse-back riding; Tai Chi; meditation; cuddles and magic!

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Gion Kobu Hanamachi

Gion Kobu Hamachi is a Japanese Edo period role play region circa 1867. The region is run by the geisha of Karyukai Okiya, Second Life's first geisha community. They provide live entertainment in the form of Japanese ozashiki or banquets, dance shows, and traditional seasonal festivals. The region contains two tea houses, an indoor and outdoor theater, Shinto shrine, park lands, and an new art gallery.

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Moonlight Teahouse

Moonlight Teahouse is a soothing Japanese teahouse and garden. Calm and spiritual with many idealistic photo areas, relax with a tea or meander through the gardens. Lose yourself in the serenity of a time gone by.

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MeltingDots

MeltingDots is a support center for Japanese beginners run entirely by volunteers. There are tutorial institutions, freebie shops, sightseeing guidance, sand boxes, salons and more. Or swing by for the pleasant events held on Saturday nights, with occasional prizes.

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Pets & Animals

Hamster Bar

Hamster Bar is where hamster lovers gather. Once a year in August, they hold a festival called "Hamster Festival" focusing on hamsters. This festival is enjoyed not only by hamsters but also by many other people. It is crowded with many hamster fans and shopping malls with fun items. Visit for a fun-filled summer!

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International

Village of Ahiru

Visit Ahiru and enjoy a picturesque Edo-period Japanese village. Walk along winding paths that cut through seasonal changing landscapes. Peacefully row through the waterways that traverse the entire region. You can explore vibrant forests, relax in the hot springs with friends, or take it easy in the lush gardens for a lovely midday picnic. Housing is also offered within this little village.

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Tonarino

Explore Tonarino, a Japanese urban neighborhood town, that blends traditional and modern elements. It's very photogenic and fun to explore. Don't forget to share your images in their Flickr group: flickr.com/groups/14689051@N23

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Anime

The Waifu Factory

The Waifu Factory is an anime hangout where you can find everything you need to make an anime avatar. Here you can find stores such as UTILIZATOR, ABC apparel, Wretch, Ayashi, MelonBunny, Pirocius, and more.

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Anime

Taikou

Taikou is a small Japanese town with a market and arcade. It is home to Taikou & Momento mainstores, carrying home furnishings, backdrops, clothing, and accessories.

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International

SU-SHI City

Welcome to SU-SHI, an old Japanese town. Enjoy the atmosphere and traditional culture of old Japan, and explore the surrounding nature.

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Linden Destinations

Shobu

Shobu is the community center for the Sakura Linden Homes. Enjoy dozens of beautiful gardens and koi ponds, or sit and have some Japanese tea with new friends. The cherry trees have begun their annual cycle coinciding with cherry blossom time in Japan. They transition in three week-long stages. In the last week of March, the trees transform into a state with buds visible. In the first week of April, the buds will bloom. Finally, in the second week of April, the petals start to fall.

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Real Life

Rieri - Town in Tokyo

Visit Rieri-Town, an incredibly realistic town modeled from Google Maps and real photos of Tokyo neighborhoods. Come and visit to feel the atmosphere of this contemporary Japanese location.

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Adults Only

Oishii Neko City

Come by to explore anime and Japanese culture. Oishii is a Japanese-inspired small city hangout. They welcome all anime, furry and human avatars. Oishii's main spots are the Cat Cafe, festival, and bamboo onsen, including residential homes.

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Anime

Nekomachi Street

Nekomachi Street is on a sky platform in the Tonarino region. It is a cat city set in an urban Japanese market crawling with delightful scenes with animated cats.

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Real Life

Kowloon

Bathe in the neon glow of this region based on Hong Kong's infamous Kowloon Walled City, a place with a sordid past and where sunlight rarely reaches the ground below. Shops line the narrow city streets and darkened alleys, while Panda Park offers the lone space to stare up at the stars.

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Nature & Parks

Kio Zen Garden

Kio Zen Garden is a photogenic place with a waterfall, small beaches, and spaces for a party. There is also an amusement park, food, and a bar area in there. Explore caves, hang out, or just take some time to relax and run away from your busy life.

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Second Life Origins

Japan Tempura Island

Established in 2008, Tempura Island has been a popular destination for socializing, romance, and healing. Explore the forest, dance in the ballroom, wander through the temple and meditate amidst the Japanese motif.

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International

Japan - Hiroba

Visit Japan-HIROBA, a helpful place for Japanese-speaking residents of Second Life. Here you'll find assistance from a supportive community, as well as a dressing room, beginner tutorials and free sandbox.

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Spirituality & Belief

Hikari

Peace and silence are the order of the day at Hikari. Traditional temples, meditation spots, zen-style gardens, romantic hideaways, tai-chi, and yoga await visitors looking to relax and wind down.

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Nature & Parks

Akimitsu

Akimitsu is a beautiful, authentic Japanese region of multiple worlds: Hakone at the foot of Mt Fuji is the centerpiece. The city of Arcadia is here, as well as Synapses a region-wide light sculpture. The milky way galaxy is the performance venue! Lots to do here including posing, dancing, romancing, a balloon ride, and horse-back riding. Several magical cuddle spots await you!

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Destinations

Kowshima City

Raki Rainbow

REN

Battleship Yamato Memorial

Kyoto Kagai

The Last Aokigahara Souls

Hashima Island

Japanese Zen Garden at Project Hope

Night Blossom Lounge

Kawaii City

Seiryu Blues Lounge & Bar

UMIOTO Marina Japan

Fuji Kyoka

Akijima

Gion Kobu Hanamachi

Moonlight Teahouse

MeltingDots

Hamster Bar

Village of Ahiru

Tonarino

The Waifu Factory

Taikou

SU-SHI City

Shobu

Rieri - Town in Tokyo

Oishii Neko City

Nekomachi Street

Kowloon

Kio Zen Garden

Japan Tempura Island

Japan - Hiroba

Hikari

Akimitsu

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Destinations

Kowshima City

Raki Rainbow

REN

Battleship Yamato Memorial

Kyoto Kagai

The Last Aokigahara Souls

Hashima Island

Japanese Zen Garden at Project Hope

Night Blossom Lounge

Kawaii City

Seiryu Blues Lounge & Bar

UMIOTO Marina Japan

Fuji Kyoka

Akijima

Gion Kobu Hanamachi

Moonlight Teahouse

MeltingDots

Hamster Bar

Village of Ahiru

Tonarino

The Waifu Factory

Taikou

SU-SHI City

Shobu

Rieri - Town in Tokyo

Oishii Neko City

Nekomachi Street

Kowloon

Kio Zen Garden

Japan Tempura Island

Japan - Hiroba

Hikari

Akimitsu

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