I was chatting to a friend recently, who was in the midst of planning…
Japan
Japan is one of a kind, home to a unique mix of ancient traditions and modern skyscrapers.
I once called Tokyo home, so you’ll find almost everything you need for planning your adventures in Japan.
Tokyo

11 Instagrammable places in Tokyo, Japan
Are you visiting Tokyo and want to take photos of some beautiful places? As…

A quick trip to Tokyo: 2 day Tokyo Itinerary
Tokyo holds a special place in my heart. After all, it was the city…

A thrift shopper’s guide to Tokyo: 6 second-hand stores you need to visit
I discovered the wonders of second-hand stores in Tokyo purely by accident. I was…
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10 budget tips for visiting Tokyo, Japan
So many travelers think you need to spend a lot of money to visit…

Konnichiwa from Tokyo, Japan!
I landed in Tokyo last week, and am super excited to share my upcoming Japan…
Kyoto

Nara Itinerary: a guide for first time visitors
Nara is one of the most popular day trips from Kyoto. And for a…

The Ultimate 4 day Kyoto Itinerary
If you’re planning your first trip to Kyoto, Japan, I’ve put together a 4 day…

How to avoid the crowds when visiting Kyoto
Other than Tokyo, Kyoto is the most popular city for tourists visiting Japan. Every…
General Planning Advice

24 Bucket list experiences in Japan
When you’re planning your trip to Japan, sometimes it can feel incredibly overwhelming. After…

Your guide to zero waste travel in Japan
As much as I have loved traveling in Japan, the one thing I’ve struggled…

34 things to know before going to Japan
Japan is such a unique country to travel to. From the skyscrapers in the…

13 phrases you need to know before traveling to Japan
Traveling to Japan can be daunting if you don’t know any Japanese. I get…
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9 magical photos that will make you fall in love with Japan
I’m not going to lie. I’m completely and utterly in LOVE with Japan. Since…
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Packing for Japan: an all seasons packing list
Planning a trip to Japan? Not sure where to even begin when it comes…

8 Travel bloggers share their favorite places in Japan
Can you believe that the land size of Japan is approximately equivalent to that…
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How to travel in Japan as an English speaker
I always get asked about how hard it is to travel in Japan as…

Goshuin: The coolest Japanese souvenir
When visiting Japan, it’s hard not to stock up on awesome souvenirs for friends…
Other Destinations in Japan

The ultimate guide to the Tsugaru Railway Winter Stove Train
This winter I was fortunate enough to visit Aomori and hence the famous Tsugaru…
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A muggle’s guide to having a magical time at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter
As a child in the late 90’s and early 2000s, Harry Potter was a…
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How to have a perfect 1 day in Osaka
It took me a long time to visit Osaka. I’ve visited Japan 3 times,…

1 day in Hiroshima Itinerary
I only managed to visit Hiroshima after my third visit to Japan, and that…

The Ultimate Miyajima Itinerary
I still remember the first time I visited Miyajima. After spending a night in…

7 places you need to visit that are off the beaten path in Japan
Most visitors to Japan tend to stick to the traditional tourist trail of Tokyo,…
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9 things to do in Hokkaido, Japan
Sashimi that’s so fresh it melts in your mouth. Fields of flowers that go…

Kamikochi: hiking in the Japanese Alps
If you’re looking for weekend trips from either Tokyo or Kyoto, then look no…

8 things to do on Naoshima Island, Japan’s Art Island
Naoshima Island, also known as Japan’s Art Island is famed for its art museums…
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