by Angelie | Last updated Nov 25, 2025 | Japanese Food & Drinks, Japan Cultural Experiences, Japan Experience Guides
We know the feeling well. You duck under the noren curtains, slide open the wooden door, and step into a hushed room. The chef looks up from the counter, and suddenly, you feel a bit out of your depth. Omakase can feel incredibly intimidating for a first-timer, but...
by Angelie | Last updated Nov 21, 2025 | Tokyo Experience Guides
Most people think you have to go all the way to Kyoto to see traditional Japan. But we always tell our clients that there is a time machine sitting just 30 minutes outside of Tokyo. It’s called Kawagoe, though the locals know it better as “Little Edo”...
by Jessica | Last updated Feb 16, 2026 | Japan Travel
I know that Japan’s amazing history and culture are huge reasons that so many people dream of visiting. If this is true for you, then you might be delighted to learn that many ancient Japanese cities still stand today and warmly welcome visitors interested in...
by Angelie | Last updated Nov 20, 2025 | Moving to Japan, Japan Experience Guides, Japan Travel
So, you’re a runner and you’re planning a trip to Japan? Great. Running is honestly one of our favourite ways to get a feel for a neighbourhood. But let’s be real, you’re probably looking at a map of Tokyo and thinking, “Where on earth am I...
by Angelie | Last updated Nov 11, 2025 | Japan Transportation
Let’s talk about the big one: how to get from Tokyo to Osaka. It’s the backbone of almost every great Japan itinerary, but let’s be honest, figuring out the ‘best’ way to do it can be a real headache. You start looking at the options and the...
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