by Jessica | Last updated Nov 2, 2025 | Japan Pop Culture
Let’s be really honest, visiting Japan is probably the top bucket list icon for almost every otaku out there. Being able to make the trip to experience everything you’ve watched on screen in real life is such a dream…and if you’re reading this post, then I’m hoping...
by Angelie | Last updated Oct 31, 2025 | Japan Travel, Japan Transportation
You’ve almost certainly seen the photos. That stunning, gold-leaf Toshogu Shrine under a forest of giant cedar trees, or the breathtaking 97-metre drop of Kegon Falls. Nikko is, without a doubt, one of the most popular and rewarding day trips you can take from...
by Jessica | Last updated Nov 4, 2025 | Japan Cultural Experiences
I know that getting away from all the tourists to find something truly authentic can be tricky, but trust me, finding authentic cultural experiences is possible. Japan is incredibly proud of its culture, and, as a result, many Japanese people, organisations, and...
by Angelie | Last updated Nov 20, 2025 | Japan Cultural Experiences
We’re not going to lie: waking up at 5:30 AM, in the dark, in a room that’s freezing cold, is not our idea of a holiday. But when the sound you wake up to is a deep temple gong? Well, that’s a different story. That’s a shukubo, or a Koyasan...
by Jessica | Last updated Jan 23, 2026 | Japan Area Guide
Oh, Nikko. The area is one of our absolute favourite places to visit in Japan. Firstly, it’s the perfect distance from Tokyo, making a Nikko day trip super convenient. Next, it has a little bit of everything you’d want from a Japanese destination: history, culture,...
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