When you’re planning your trip to Japan, sometimes it can feel incredibly overwhelming. After all, there are so many things to do or experience in this incredible country. How do you distinguish between the once-in-a-lifetime experiences and the things that you’ll probably forget about once you return home? If this sounds like something you’re struggling …
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Your guide to zero waste travel in Japan
As much as I have loved traveling in Japan, the one thing I’ve struggled with (especially when shopping or eating out) is the amount of packaging that is involved in everything. As clean and as neat as packaging makes everything, coming from a background where I have been taught to re-use, recycle or reduce consumption …
34 things to know before going to Japan
Japan is such a unique country to travel to. From the skyscrapers in the hustin’ city of Tokyo to aqua blue waters surrounding the islands of Okinawa. Despite the range of experiences available here, Japan has a distinct culture – one that tourists are always commenting on. To help my fellow travelers, I’ve put together …
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 it! Language can be a huge barrier, especially if you’ve never been to a country where English wasn’t the predominant language. But not to worry, I’ve put together a guide to phrases you need to know before you travel to Japan, …
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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 arriving back home, I usually spend my spare time looking at photos of my travels or thinking about planning (another!) trip. I wanted to write this blog post to share with you how beautiful Japan is and inspire you for your next …
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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 to packing for Japan? I learned the hard way that carrying too much in your suitcase leads to sore arms and a lot of stuff that you don’t ever end up using. Train stations in Tokyo are famed for having hidden …
8 Travel bloggers share their favorite places in Japan
Can you believe that the land size of Japan is approximately equivalent to that of California?! For a country of its size, there are so many destinations to choose from when planning a trip to Japan. Every time I visit, I always have to sacrifice a place or city from my list – there is …
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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 an English speaker. Without fail, I constantly hear “but how do you get around?” or “I’d love to go to travel to Japan, but I don’t know any Japanese!” While most Japanese people speak Japanese in their everyday lives, many learn …
Goshuin: The coolest Japanese souvenir
When visiting Japan, it’s hard not to stock up on awesome souvenirs for friends and family back home. We’re talking patterned chopsticks, hello kitty themed everything (how about Hello Kitty toilet paper guys!) or a cute “kawaii” phone case. If you’re after something unique, however, a cute iPhone case is just not going to cut …
