There’s so much to see and do in Tokyo, where do you begin? You can start by putting away your guidebook! You could wander the streets of Japan’s capital every day for a year and still not see it...
3 Day Kyoto Itinerary for Beginners – Guide for First-Timers
Anyone visiting Japan for the first time should go to Kyoto, home to a whopping 17 UNESCO World Heritage sites and one of my favorite cities in Japan! This article offers a complete 3-day Kyoto itinerary for first-time visitors,...
20 Best Kyoto Ryokan with Private Onsen (in 2024)
The plane tickets to Japan are booked, and your schedule is all planned, but where do you stay? How about a Kyoto ryokan with private onsen for the ultimate relaxation experience? That long-awaited trip to Japan is finally happening...
27 Cool Hotels in Japan – Most Unique Places To Stay!
Heading to Japan? Then you need to check out this list of cool hotels in Japan, updated for 2024! There are so many accommodation options in Japan to choose from, but why not make your trip as memorable as...
Japan Winter Itinerary – Activities, Destinations, and Trip Ideas!
If you’re wondering whether winter is the best time to visit Japan, then worry not! Japan has four distinct seasons, each with its own unique set of seasonal activities, places to visit, and different cuisines, making it a wonderful...
How to Make Green Tea Taste Good – Lessons From Japanese Tea Experts!
Before I moved to Japan for the first time in 2015, I didn’t really like green tea at all. I had heard about the health benefits, but to me, it always tasted quite bitter, and I didn’t know how...
4 Day Tokyo Itinerary for First-Time Visitors
If you only have 4 days in Tokyo, this 4 day Tokyo itinerary will allow you to plan your trip with ease and navigate the city like a local. Don’t waste time on unnecessary train rides and overpriced tourist...
15 Things Only Tourists in Tokyo Have Experienced
If you have ever been to Tokyo you’re sure to have experienced some of the below things! Haven’t quite made it out there yet? Then check out my 5 day Tokyo itinerary here, and my 3 day Kyoto itinerary...
10 Awesome Things to Do Near Narita Airport
If you have a long layover in Narita and are looking for things to do near Narita airport then check out this list of 10 amazing Japanese experiences you can do within one hour of the airport that doesn’t...
Day Trips from Tokyo: Katori City, Chiba
Looking for ideas for day trips from Tokyo? Katori City in Chiba is a lovely traditional old town which feels like stepping back in time to the days of Edo Japan. Just 15km from Narita Airport and less than...