Let’s be clear about one thing: we know exactly why you want to visit Tokyo and Kyoto. These cities are famous for a reason, and we think everyone should see them at least once. However, with the...
JAPAN TRAVEL
Planning a trip to Japan? These blogs are your go-to guide for all the practical stuff — the real-world tips that make travelling smoother, smarter, and way less stressful.
Luxury Japan Travel: From Private Stays to One-of-a-Kind Experiences
Japan offers a level of luxury that is arguably unmatched anywhere else on earth. In our experience, the best is simply the baseline here. After all, this is the land of ‘omotenashi’, where...
Hoshinoya Nara Prison: Japan’s Newest (and Strangest) Luxury Hotel
Have you heard about Hoshinoya Nara Prison? It’s Japan’s first (and probably going to be the only) luxury hotel built inside a real-life prison. With the grand opening coming later in 2026, it’s...
The Best Ryokan in Kyoto: A Complete Guide for Every Budget
If you are finally going on that dream Kyoto trip, you will probably spend your days walking miles to see those famous shrines and temples. By the time the sun goes down, your feet will be tired,...
2-Day Kyoto Itinerary: See the Best of the City in 48 Hours
If you search for a Kyoto itinerary, you are going to get blasted with photos of golden temples and those orange gates at Fushimi Inari. Those places are iconic for a reason, but after years of...
Visiting Nijigen No Mori (Awaji Island Anime Park)
Nijigen no Mori is easily one of the most underrated otaku experiences in Japan. The anime- and video game-themed adventure park is located on its own island (hence being also known as Awaji Island...
The Ultimate Kyoto Bucket List: 31 Best Things to Do and Must-See Attractions
Kyoto is a place that feels like it has been on every must-visit list for decades. With over 2,000 temples and shrines, it is no wonder so many people flock here every year. You have likely seen the...
Complete Okinawa Guide: Planning a Trip to the Ryukyu Archipelago
There’s a reason so many Japanese people dream of visiting Okinawa one day. The island prefecture is a paradise of tropical beaches, untouched nature, historic sites, and incredible food. It has...
Step-By-Step Shinkansen Guide: How to Take the Bullet Train for Beginners
If you are planning a trip to Japan, you have likely seen photos of the sleek, white nose of a train speeding past Mount Fuji. This is the Shinkansen, or as most travellers call it, the bullet...
Osaka Nightlife for Foreigners: Clubs, Bars, and Yokochos
Many people assume that Osaka is just a smaller version of Tokyo, but the two cities have completely different personalities, especially once the sun goes down. The people here are famously friendly...
The Ultimate Osaka Bucket List: 31 Best Things to Do and Must-See Attractions
If you are planning a trip to Japan, you have likely heard that Osaka is the place where you go to eat. This city is loud, a bit gritty, and completely obsessed with its local food culture. While...
Visiting Takayama Jinya: A Guide to the Last Building of Its Kind
If you’re visiting Takayama’s historic old town, then Takayama Jinya is one of the most important sites to see. The building is the only complete jinya left in Japan, with centuries of history...
1 Day Osaka Itinerary: The Best of Japan’s Kitchen in 24 Hours
If you only have 24 hours in Osaka, you need to move fast. This city is a loud, energetic destination that is best experienced on foot and with an empty stomach. While you could easily spend a week...
The Ultimate Osaka Area Guide: Sights, Food & Itinerary
Osaka is the rebellious younger sibling to Kyoto's traditional elder. If Kyoto is where you go to reflect and breathe, Osaka is where you go to let loose and eat. It is loud, friendly, and...
The Ultimate Nagasaki Area Guide and 1-Day Itinerary
If you’re looking for a destination in Southern Japan that has a little bit of everything, then you really need to consider Nagasaki. There, you’ll find a beautiful port city on the coast of Kyushu,...