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We all know the famous neighbourhoods in Tokyo, like Shinjuku, Harajuku and Shibuya. If you’re anything like me, you might have been to these areas a lot and want to discover some new...
Japan Travel Tips 2025: 33 Insider Hacks for Making the Most of Your Trip
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3 Ways to Experience Sumo in Japan: Tournament, Morning Practice & Interactive Lunch
When travellers ask us for a truly Japanese cultural experience, watching sumo is always high on our list. It’s an incredible mix of power, history, and tradition. Seeing it live is a real highlight...
JR EAST PASS (Tohoku): Is It Actually Worth ¥30,000 in 2025?
So, you're planning a trip to Japan and Tokyo is the main event. But have you thought about exploring the areas north of it? For example, have you heard of Nikko, with its incredible temples...
Your Complete Guide to the 23 Tokyo Wards: Where to Stay, Eat, Shop, and More
There are 23 special Tokyo wards, a title which represents their special positions as more than just regular city districts in Japan. The special wards function almost like independent cities within...
Kyoto Sake Tasting: A Guide to the Best Breweries of Fushimi & Beyond
When you think of Kyoto, what comes to mind? Probably temples, shrines, and maybe some beautiful old streets, right? While all that is true, there's another amazing thing to do in Kyoto that you...
Tokyo Wide Pass Guide: Explore Mt. Fuji, Nikko & Top Day Trips in 3 Days
Want to see more than just Tokyo during your Japan trip? You might be thinking about visiting Mount Fuji, the famous shrines in Nikko, or the snow in GALA Yuzawa. But when you check the prices, you...
Brand New teamLab BioVortex Kyoto: Everything to Know
It’s official! The art world is buzzing because teamLab’s newest (and largest!) exhibition just opened its doors in Kyoto on October 7th. I know what you might be thinking. Another teamLab? You've...
The Ultimate Guide to the JR West All Area Pass: Is It Worth It?
A trip to Western Japan is an incredible experience. You could be enjoying the amazing food scene in Osaka, reflecting at the historic sites of Hiroshima, exploring the classic Himeji Castle, and...
Tokyo Souvenirs Shopping: Where To Go and What To Buy
Shopping lover or not, we guarantee you’re going to want to factor in some serious Tokyo souvenir shopping into your Japan trip itinerary. Why? Because there are just so many things to find here...
Complete Guide to the Kansai-Hokuriku Area Pass: Is It Worth It?
Planning a trip to Japan can feel like trying to solve a giant, exciting puzzle. You’ve got the bright lights and incredible food of Osaka on one hand, and the historic temples of Kyoto on the...
The Ultimate Nagoya Travel Guide: Is It Worth Visiting?
When you’re planning a trip to Japan, your list probably fills up fast with the bright lights of Tokyo and the historic streets of Kyoto. Then you look at a map and see Nagoya, a huge city right in...
Kansai-Hiroshima Area Pass: The Ultimate 2025 Guide
When you look at a map to plan your trip to Japan’s Kansai Region, you’ll probably circle Osaka and Kyoto first. But then your eyes will likely drift west to another famous name: Hiroshima....
Your Complete Winter in Japan Guide: Snow, Onsen, and Winter Sports
Don’t sleep on winter in Japan. If you’re an avid skier or snowboarder, we’re sure you’re already well aware of incredible wintry destinations like Niseko and Nagano, but did you know there is so...
1-Day Kyoto Itinerary for First-Timers & Beyond
Trying to decide how to spend just one day in Kyoto can seem like a challenge. With its countless temples, gardens, and historic districts, it’s easy to wonder if you can truly get a feel for the...
Kansai Area Pass: Worth It for Your Japan Trip?
So, you’ve set your sights on Japan’s incredible Kansai region? Excellent choice. You're picturing the iconic red gates in Kyoto, grabbing street food under the neon glow of Osaka, and maybe even...
The Ultimate 5 Day Tokyo Itinerary: Sightseeing, Local Neighbourhoods, and Day Trips
So, you’re wondering if 5 days is going to be enough time to properly experience Tokyo? Well…it absolutely is! You can fit a lot into a 5 day Tokyo itinerary, and do more than just the tourist...