The mountainous prefecture of Nagano and the Japanese Alps are Japan’s best-kept secrets. Whilst popular amongst locals, it remains fairly undiscovered amongst foreign tourists. Escape the city, see a different side of Japan and reconnect with nature!
3 hours North...
One of Shikoku Island's four prefectures hosts some of the best outdoor experiences you can get in Japan. Here are 13 things to do in Kochi for a splashing good time!
If you're curious about this elusive Japanese city in Shikoku...
Traditionally a men-only accommodation for the local salary men who missed their last train home, capsule hotels in Japan are progressing into cosy and affordable accommodation options for both male and female foreign travellers.
Despite only having space for a bed,...
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...
Japan is one of the most technically advanced, yet culturally rooted countries. Each city has its own personality that shows through their unique offerings waiting to be uncovered. We visited Saitama and Gunma and found gems that make for...
Tokyo city is amazing. It's “hontoni-oishi” (no-lie super delish) food, the nightlife and its quirky experience are aplenty. But come winter, what got me really excited this time was how accessible we were to these affordable winter activities — all less...
If Japan had a profile picture, it would definitely be Mt Fuji in its snow-covered glory. Here's the guide to exploring the best of Japan's most famous mountain.
Mount Fuji needs no introduction. While hiking to the peak of Mt...
Commonly labelled as an expensive destination, some travellers may be unwilling to pay for a pricey room or bed just for a night in Japan. However, as much as we want to get a cheap place to stay, it...
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....
This tropical getaway is more than just Naha city and suntanning on beaches. Snorkel in cobalt-blue waters, taste Okinawan onigiri and overlook epic coastal views in Japan's little Hawaii! Here's our Okinawa Guide!
At the southernmost end of the Japanese...
Nagano may be famous for its winter activities like skiing at snow resorts, but the best season to visit Nagano is actually not during the winter.
Yep, not even if it means getting to see monkeys soak in an onsen at the...
There’s more to Japan than just Tokyo. Here’s what you can do on the oft-forgotten island of Shikoku!
I’ve been to Japan three times in my entire life and like any other tourist, Tokyo and Kyoto were my most visited...
Budget-friendly alternatives for your next trip to Japan!
In case you missed it, JR Pass prices have increased by more than 30% since 1 Oct 2023. For example, the 7-day Whole Japan JR Pass which used to cost ¥29,650, now...
Japan's Tochigi Prefecture has been touted strawberry kingdom, gyoza kingdom, and guess what, alpaca kingdom! Hold up, China, looks like Japan has its three kingdoms too.
City escapists like us always search for the furthest-flung place out in the boonies to...
We found new hidden gems in Japan thanks to Anime!
For all the weebs and otakus out there, I gotchu! As an avid anime lover, Japan is always my go-to when I have the chance to travel. Other than buying...
Powdery slopes in the winter, flower fields in the spring — there's so much to love about Hokkaido. But other than these seasonal highlights, there's so much more to uncover.
For first-timers, you'll want to hit up popular cities like...
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For travellers entering Japan's capital, Narita is synonymous with Tokyo airport. But the laid-back city is more than just a transit hub. Its scenic parks, colourful temples and multiple sake breweries...
There's plenty of Halal food in Tokyo — including Halal-certified wagyu beef!
Food in Japan can get a little tricky for Muslims. Mirin is often used to season sushi rice or soups, and gelatin or lard is used in sweets...
Address: 3-22-9 Hatchobori, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
Cost/night: Mixed Dormitory ¥3600/night
Check in/Check out: 3.00p.m. – 12.00a.m./10.00a.m.
TL;DR:
- Amazing hostel to stay in with awesome facilities, and, PRIVACY!
- Logistically great as there are many convenience stores, food joints, and a train station nearby.
- Decent WiFi and common...
