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...
My top 5 lunch spots in Japan!
My best lunch spots in Japan! If you are visiting Japan you might assume that the best restaurants will be found in big cities like Tokyo or Osaka. Whilst these kinds of places do have many amazing eateries, I...
Rooms with a difference: My stay in an old sake brewery
Stay in a sake brewery in Japan During Golden Week I stayed at a wonderful Airbnb place in Tokushima run by a really friendly lady called Ikuko. The accommodation is actually part of her house, a 150 year old...