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Navigating Japanese Nightlife: 11 Must-Visit Types of Bars and 10 Useful Hacks for Rocking the Bar Scene
Hey there, party people! Get ready to strap in because we're diving headfirst into the electrifying world of Japanese nightlife! This isn't your run-of-the-mill pub crawl; it's an epic journey...
Japan Summer Itinerary: 10-Day Adventure Packed with Must-See Destinations
Welcome to Japan, where captivating traditions, modern innovation, and breathtaking landscapes collide to create a vibrant cultural tapestry. This 10-day Japan summer itinerary is your ticket to...
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A Classic Tokyo Autumn Walk (From Gaien’s Ginkgos to Yoyogi Park)
My favourite Tokyo autumn walk starts beneath the golden ginkgo trees of Meiji Jingu Gaien, then winds through Sendagaya and Harajuku before finishing at Yoyogi Park. The route is roughly five...
The Nakasendo Trail and Historic Stops Along the Kiso Valley
The Nakasendo Trail cuts through the Kiso Valley in central Japan, following sections of an old highway once used by travellers moving between Edo (now known as Tokyo) and Kyoto. The...
Fukushima Travel Guide and Itinerary
Fukushima. For many first-time visitors to Japan, the name probably brings one thing to mind before anything else: the earthquake, tsunami and nuclear disaster of March 2011. It is understandable....
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Best Observation Deck in Tokyo: Shibuya Sky, Tokyo Skytree or Tokyo Tower?
Tokyo looks impressive from street level, but seeing it from above gives you a different appreciation of just how enormous the city is. Now, the tricky part is deciding where to spend your...
A Classic Tokyo Autumn Walk (From Gaien’s Ginkgos to Yoyogi Park)
My favourite Tokyo autumn walk starts beneath the golden ginkgo trees of Meiji Jingu Gaien, then winds through Sendagaya and Harajuku before finishing at Yoyogi Park. The route is roughly five...
6 Amazing Summer Day Trips From Tokyo to Escape The Heat
Visiting Tokyo during the summer can be amazing. There are non-stop festivals and fireworks displays, and who doesn’t love eating kakigouri (shaved ice) on a hot afternoon in the sun? But we also...
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Japan Travel 2026: The Ultimate Guide to New Openings
Japan is one of those places that never sits still. Just when you think you have seen the highlights, something completely new appears. While 2025 was defined by the massive World Expo in Osaka,...
Love Hotels: 6 Surprising Reasons for a Stay
Love hotels, a unique concept primarily popular in Japan and other parts of Asia, have been gradually gaining attention worldwide. Traditionally, these establishments are known for providing couples...
8 Compelling Reasons to Stay at an Internet Cafe in Japan
When planning a trip to Japan, traditional accommodations like hotels and ryokans often come to mind. These classic options provide comfort and a taste of Japanese culture, but there's a unique...
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8 Cultural Kid-Friendly Activities in Japan Your Family Will Remember
If viral social media is anything to go by, Japan is practically one giant theme park. To say there is a surplus of kid-friendly activities in Japan is an understatement. You’ve got zoos with...
Showa Retro: Why Japan’s Recent Past Feels Like a Memory
There's a particular kind of happiness that comes from a melon cream soda. It’s been on kissaten menus for decades: the green that's a little too green to be natural, but tastes like an afternoon...
Silver Week 2026: Japan’s Rare Five-Day Holiday in September
Silver Week 2026 runs from Saturday, 19 September, through Wednesday, 23 September. It’s the first full five-day Silver Week since 2015, and the next one is not expected until 2032. Silver Week 2026...
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Best Observation Deck in Tokyo: Shibuya Sky, Tokyo Skytree or Tokyo Tower?
Tokyo looks impressive from street level, but seeing it from above gives you a different appreciation of just how enormous the city is. Now, the tricky part is deciding where to spend your...
A Classic Tokyo Autumn Walk (From Gaien’s Ginkgos to Yoyogi Park)
My favourite Tokyo autumn walk starts beneath the golden ginkgo trees of Meiji Jingu Gaien, then winds through Sendagaya and Harajuku before finishing at Yoyogi Park. The route is roughly five...
Kosher Food in Japan: A Practical Guide for Jewish Travellers
When Chana’s Place closed in 2025, Tokyo was left with exactly one sit-down kosher restaurant, David’s Deli in Mita. While that sounds bleak, finding kosher food in Japan is more doable than the...
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