30 Cute and Kawaii Things to do in Tokyo
Kawaii culture in Tokyo celebrates all things cute and showcases the city’s playful side. Through colorful food, character cafes, and happy and heartwarming experiences, this list of cute and kawaii […]
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One Day in Nagoya Itinerary
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”. […]
25 Best Hakone Ryokan with Private Onsen
Hakone is one of the best onsen towns in Japan for booking accommodation featuring private onsen. Check out these stunning Hakone ryokan with private onsen, and discover the perfect Japanese-style […]
15 Osaka Hotels with Onsen
After a day of exploring Osaka’s neon streets and vibrant food markets, nothing feels better than soaking in a soothing onsen or sento (Japanese public bath). While Osaka isn’t known […]
12 Capsule Hotels for Couples in Japan
Capsule hotels are one of Japan’s most unique places to stay, offering a budget-friendly and futuristic experience in compact sleeping pods. Capsule hotels in Japan are traditionally designed for solo […]
7 Best Osaka Capsule Hotels
Staying in a capsule hotel in Osaka is a unique experience that blends comfort, affordability, and futuristic charm. These compact accommodation options that are famous in Japan are perfect for […]
15 Coolest Hotels in Osaka
Osaka, Japan is a vibrant city full of bold and unique experiences, and its hotels are no exception. From sleek luxury, to traditional Japanese, to quirky, themed hotels, this list […]
35 Unique Things to do in Osaka
Osaka is a city full of unique surprises – from weird attractions to delicious street food, to traditional cultural experiences, Osaka, Japan has something for everyone! This guide showcases some […]
5 Miyajima Hotels with Private Onsen
Miyajima is a gorgeous island in Japan just south of Hiroshima. Although it’s often visited as a day-trip from Hiroshima, I highly recommend staying the night on Miyajima. This allows […]
30 Unique things to do in Kyoto
Kyoto might not be the first place that comes to mind when you think of weird and unusual things to do in Japan. Turns out, there are plenty of unique […]
20 Best Stationary Stores in Tokyo
Tokyo, Japan is a dream destination for stationary lovers and artists. It offers an impressive variety of stationary shops selling unique products with amazing design and quality. Whether you’re looking […]
15 Amazing Ryokan in Atami
Atami, located along the coastline of Shizuoka’s Izu Peninsula, has been a retreat destination in Japan for decades. It’s known for the natural Atami Onsen hot springs, as well as […]
Three Days In Kyoto Itinerary
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 […]
Teamlab Borderless vs Teamlab Planets: Which Is Better?
At the top of the list of Tokyo must-see museums and experiences is a Teamlab digital art museum. These unique museums are world-renowned and luckily Tokyo is blessed with two […]
18 Hokkaido Ryokan with Private Onsen
Hokkaido, Japan’s northern-most island, is known for its remote wilderness, snowy ski areas, and beautiful mountains. If you’ve ever pictured yourself in a private onsen, gazing upon the world-class natural […]
25 Best Souvenirs from Japan
Japan is arguably one of the best countries in the world for souvenir shopping, with something to offer for every interest and taste. Whether you’re shopping for something to remember […]
My stay at Jozankei Yurakusoan onsen ryokan
I recently spent one week in Hokkaido, the northern island of Japan, known for its remoteness and beautiful natural landscapes. My favorite place I stayed during my time there was […]
12 Best Tokyo Hotels for Families
Tokyo, Japan is an amazing city to explore as a family with kids. Fun attractions including interactive museums, theme parks, and character-themed stores and cafes, create endless opportunities for enjoying […]
10 Best Ryokan in Takayama
Hida Takayama, or also referred to as just Takayama, is a charming historical town in Gifu prefecture in Japan. Situated in a rural valley in a mountainous area, Hida Takayama […]
16 Coolest Hotels in Kyoto
Kyoto, the ancient capital of Japan, is a city where tradition meets modernity. It’s also a city where you can experience some of the coolest accommodations in Japan! From luxurious […]
10 Amazing Ryokan in Tokyo
Staying in a ryokan is a quintessential Japanese experience that is loved by both locals and tourists. Although ryokan, or traditional Japanese inns, are most popular in quaint villages like […]
10 BEST 5-star hotels in Tokyo
Tokyo, Japan has to be one of the best places in the world to indulge in 5-star hotel luxury. In a country already known for incredible omotenashi, or Japanese hospitality, […]
15 Mt. Fuji Hotels with Private Onsen
Mt. Fuji is one of the most magical places in Japan, and the greater Mt. Fuji area is also one of the most popular places to stay overnight from Tokyo. So […]
Kyushu Itinerary: 7 to 14 Days
Kyushu, the southernmost of Japan’s four main islands, is known for its natural beauty and for being an off-the-beaten-path Japanese travel destination. During a Kyushu itinerary, you can visit steaming […]
15 Best Kyoto Ryokan
Staying in a traditional Japanese ryokan should be on every person’s Japan bucket list. Kyoto, Japan, a city known for Japanese culture, history, and tradition, is one of the best […]