35 Weirdest Hotels in Japan
Japan is no stranger to things weird and wonderful. From Mario Kart riding through the streets of Tokyo, to robot restaurants, to rainbow-colored foods, you’re sure to come across some […]
Japan is no stranger to things weird and wonderful. From Mario Kart riding through the streets of Tokyo, to robot restaurants, to rainbow-colored foods, you’re sure to come across some […]
Nikko is a beautiful traditional town nestled in the mountains north of Tokyo. It’s known for its natural landscapes, a number of World Heritage sites, bright red bridges and historic, […]
In 2019 I lived for six months in Japan in a Tokyo sharehouse. I made some amazing friends, both local and international, and was able to spend time exploring Tokyo […]
So you’ve checked everything off of my Top Things to do in Tokyo list including visiting Sensoji-Temple, Shibuya Crossing, and Shinjuku Gai. Now what? It’s time to visit some Tokyo […]
The metropolis of Tokyo is back on everyone’s radar after it hosted the 2020 Olympics. The six months I lived there in 2019 feels like decades ago. To face my FOMO […]
The quick answer to the question, “where is the best place to stay in Tokyo?” is, “next to the Yamanote JR Train line“. The “best place” or “best neighborhood” in […]
Nagoya, Japan is a large industrial city perfectly situated between Tokyo and Kyoto. Sadly, Nagoya doesn’t make it on a lot of Japan itineraries because it’s dismissed as just another large city. […]
Kyoto is the cultural capital of Japan, and a must-visit city in a Japan itinerary of any length. Countless cultural heritage sites, incredible temples and shrines, and fantastic markets and […]
Hakone is a popular destination in Japan known for its hot springs and amazing views of Mt. Fuji. Although many people choose to stay overnight in a luxurious Hakone ryokan, […]
It’s a myth that Japan isn’t for backpackers or budget travelers! Although you shouldn’t expect $2 dorm beds like in Southeast Asia, it’s entirely possible to travel three weeks in […]
Two foodie hot-spots in Yokohama draw both a local and foreign crowd: The Yokohama Cup Noodles Museum, and the Shin-Yokohama Ramen museum. If you are spending a day or more […]
Extra days in your Tokyo Itinerary? Seen all the top things to do in Tokyo and checked off some of the weirdest things to do there too? That’s a sign […]
Yokohama is the second largest city in Japan, located just south of Tokyo. It’s known for being a massive port city home to an impressive Chinatown, and it’s a popular […]
Kamakura and Enoshima are separately, two beautiful day-trip destinations from Tokyo. If your time in Tokyo is short, combine the two trips to one in a jam-packed, Kamakura-Enoshima day-trip itinerary! […]
If you’re looking for the best Tokyo viewpoints, there are more than enough skyscrapers to choose from. Looking down upon the largest metropolitan area in the world, 38 million people, […]
Mt. Koya, or Koyasan, is a holy mountain in central Japan that is reachable as a day-trip from Osaka or Kyoto. Traditionally, Shinto pilgrims would walk from the base of […]
There is no better way to explore the culture and beauty of a country than to embark on a trek through its most scenic and remote regions. When visiting such […]
For Starbucks lovers, the world’s largest Starbucks and the Starbucks Reserve Roastery in Tokyo is a sight not to miss during a trip to Japan. For anyone else who loves […]
Hiroshima is a vibrant city located a little ways down the coast from Osaka and Kobe in Japan. Known for being one of two cities that was devastated by an […]
Naoshima, one of the Art Islands in central Japan, is the perfect place to spend a day between Hiroshima and Osaka during your Japan itinerary. Not only can you experience […]
The immensely popular Mt. Takao day-trip from Tokyo might be a bit crowded for visitors looking to spend time in nature. Mt. Mitake is a perfect alternative day-trip from Tokyo […]
Miyajima Island near Hiroshima is a popular day-trip destination for all travelers to Japan. It’s a place to escape into nature, explore beautiful shrines, and admire the famous Miyajima sunset […]
8:15 a.m., August 6th, 1945. The moment the earth stood still for the 350,000 residents of Hiroshima, Japan. During World War II, an atomic bomb, nicknamed “Little Boy,” was detonated […]