August in Japan is the hottest month of the year, as many people flock to air-conditioned spaces such as shopping malls to escape the humidity. August is the time to put on a yukata (casual kimono), visit a local festival,
Visiting Japan In December – 17 Best Things To Do In 2024!
December is one of the least crowded times to visit Japan as things begin to wind down for the year. Is Japan a good place to spend Christmas? Japan is a great place to get in the festive spirit, but
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 two
How to plan for Japan’s most scenic bike tour
Are you thinking about doing a bike tour of Japan? Cycling the Shimanami Kaido is probably one of the most scenic cycling routes in the world. It can be completed in a single day, or over a weekend. The entire
On the hunt for hidden caves and waterfalls in Japan
On the hunt for hidden caves and waterfalls in Japan There are so many beautiful places to visit in Japan. Many international visitors flock to the big cities, but much of the nation’s beauty lies off the beaten path,
Tired of London but not life; why I made the move to Japan
I thought it would be a good idea to share with you how it came to be that I left my career in tourism and life in London to live in a coastal village in rural Japan.
Things in Japan that terrify me
Before I begin this article, I just want to state for the record that I love living in Japan, and the benefits far outweigh the bad points. Where I live the people are so kind and friendly, the landscapes are
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 this
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 want
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 sake