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 to
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 traps.
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 here.
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 require
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 2
Day Trips from Tokyo: Itako City, Ibaraki
If you are looking for ideas for day trips from Tokyo that are off the beaten path, then you should definitely check out Itako City in Ibaraki prefecture. Itako is actually less than one hour from Narita Airport and can
Day Trips from Tokyo: Kashima City, Ibaraki
If you are heading to Tokyo for a few days and would like to take a glimpse of Japanese life beyond the big city, then I highly recommend a trip to Kashima City in Ibaraki Prefecture. As far as day
Hells of Beppu – Japan’s Incredible Hot-Spring Experience
Visiting the 8 Hells of Beppu – An Introduction No visit to Kyushu would be complete without a stop in the famous spa city of Beppu. Beppu is a place that appears as if it’s about ready to blow at
Best Hotels to Stay in Tokyo: Nohga Hotel, Ueno
Nohga Hotel – At a Glance Planning your first visit to Tokyo can often seem quite daunting. There are 62 municipalities in the world’s biggest city, with thousands of hotels to choose from. If you have never visited, how do
Solving Underground Mysteries: Tokyo Metro Train Games
Tokyo Metro Train Games – Why do it? I find these days exploring new cities has become a little predictable. You can research everything about a place before you arrive, from which are the most popular tourist attractions, to which