There is no shortage of things to see and do in Kyoto, the cultural capital of Japan, but finding experiences that you will get the most out of take a little research and some bravery on your part to...
20 of the Most Famous Streets in Tokyo You Need to Visit
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,...
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...
Kobe Itinerary: What To Do & Where to Stay!
Kobe Itinerary, Japan Kobe is one of my favorite cities in Japan. It’s cool, cosmopolitan and has the world’s best beef! It’s close to Osaka and Kyoto, so is a great place to stay if you are exploring the...
10 awesome reasons why you should visit Shikoku island
10 awesome reasons why you should visit Shikoku island Recently, I’ve had a few questions about what it’s like on Shikoku island. Most people outside of Japan have never heard of Shikoku, but since I’ve been living here for...
Things to do in Japan for first time visitors: How to plan the perfect trip!
Hello there! So you’re planning to visit Japan? That’s great! If it’s your first time then you may be feeling a little overwhelmed about how to go about planning your trip. Where you should you go? What should you...
A Visit to the Art Aquarium in Tokyo
Recently I had a very brief stopover in Tokyo before returning home to Shikoku. Despite not having slept for over 24 hours, I wanted to make the most of my evening in the big city. So I decided to...
Climbing Mount Fuji: a beginner’s story and useful tips!
Climbing Mount Fuji should be on any Japan travel bucket list. The official climbing season runs from July until mid-September so please consider trying it if you are visiting during this time. Having witnessed the sun rising over Japan...
Rainy season activities in Japan: hydrangeas and cafe visits!
Rainy season in Japan June in Japan is rainy season, most of the days are wet, grey and cloudy (like England most of the time ha ha). However there are still plenty of things to enjoy in Japan during...