As a foodie, hunting down the best food in town has always been my top priority when travelling. When it comes to eating in Japan, the options are truly endless; from sushi to soba, we definitely were able to eat to our...
People usually plan to travel to Osaka or Kyoto for their vacations as they are more popular among tourists. However, less than an hour’s pleasant ride away by train is Nara, Japan’s first permanent capital. There are many things...
Okinawa = Japan + beaches = paradise 🌴 But rest assured, beaches aren't the only heavenly thing in this Okinawa itinerary.
For someone who's not a beach person, I ended up enjoying myself in Okinawa a lot more than I...
Bookmark this one-week Kansai itinerary for your next trip to Japan.
Our last visit to Kansai was 2017, and some things have changed since then. So this visit, we decided to cover other areas with a different Japan Rail Pass....
Was it worth waking up early to watch the 415am tuna auction?
After just 3 hours of sleep, we stumbled groggily out of the cab at 4am. No buses or trains were running at that time and light had only...
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First it was Korea, then Japan and finally, Taiwan opened its borders on 13 October. Stretch out those fingers — now...
This is how you can extract that tender Ghibli happiness for your trip to Tokyo, without involving anything directly Ghibli-themed.
Ghibli is about that feeling. Think its mesmerising portrayal of our world, mystical yet recognisable. Its poignantly moving soundtracks (glory...
This comprehensive Mount Fuji Guide details everything you need to know about climbing Mount Fuji, from pre-hike essentials to post-hike sights around Fuji-san.
Mount Fuji is iconic enough to be worth a visit the next time you're in Japan, whether...
Things can go very wrong when you're getting hot, wet, and naked.
Cultural exposure comes in many forms: Trying local food. Learning foreign phrases. Getting naked in front of strangers. To understand a country’s culture, you gotta expose yourself —...
Day Trip to Nara
When people talk about Nara, the first thing that comes to mind is probably the free roaming deers. Indeed, we loved the interactions with the deers, especially how polite they were when scoring deer crackers from us. However, it's important...
"Every day is a fashion show and the world is your runway."
I'm not ashamed to admit that I brainstorm travel outfit ideas weeks before an upcoming trip. There's just something extra special about being in a foreign country. No one...
3 Days and 2 Nights in Kyoto
Stepping out of the train onto the platform at Kyoto Station, everything seemed pretty much the same as the rest of Japan; Yet, Kyoto is a city unlike Osaka. Its rich natural environment...
What's new? What's still there? Here's what you can do on your next visit to Osaka!
From unique outdoor art exhibitions to relaxing onsens, there was so much to rediscover and old favourites to revisit on our recent 7-day trip...
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Planning a trip to Hokkaido? Take on these 11 tips to make sure you're getting the most out of your budget!
You might be familiar with the usual budget tips in...
Discover the adventurous side of Japan with these lesser-known outdoor experiences!
Instagrammable landmarks and mouth-watering cuisine often make the highlights of a trip to Japan. But this article isn't going to be about the above.
Ever thought of dog-sledding atop the...
Think winter in Japan and Hokkaido’s white powdery Sapporo ski slopes and Nagano’s onsen-soaking snow monkeys come to mind. But Japan’s natural winter wonders have another secret, and way less crowded, hideout in Yamagata! Best bit, it is only...
Tokyo is probably one of the busiest capitals in the world but other than its endless neon-lit skyscrapers and scenic gardens lined with Cherry trees, the city is bustling with quirky adventures you probably wouldn't find anywhere else in the...
These onsen resorts in Japan provide the full package beyond just soaking in hot springs and sleeping in traditional ryokans.
I've been to Japan over 10 times now, and what keeps me going back is the chance to explore many...
Discover amazing attractions within Chubu region of Japan via the Takayama-Hokuriku Area JR Tourist Pass 🚆!
Did you know Central Japan (also known as the Chubu and Hokuriku region) is made up of nine prefectures? Namely Nagano, Niigata, Gifu, Toyama,...
Japan was incredible - from the delicious food in Osaka and kyoto to the lovable animals we met in cafes, I wanted to to keep every memory as vividly as I could. While some people do it through photography, journals or even vlogs, my...
