You can’t beat visiting a new travel destination with a local. After living in Japan for five years, this is my list of 15 must-see places which I recommend to all my friends when they ask where they should visit. Enjoy! Naoshima Island The small island of Naoshima is a must for anyone who enjoys [...]
In many countries, travellers spend considerable time getting oriented to the culture and “vibe” of a land and its people. Not so in Japan. Once you understand its quirky/cool eccentricities, you’ll instinctively feel at home in the Land of the Rising Sun. Here are 10 signs that you are definitely in Japan. Attention to detail: [...]
Japan is the insider buzzword for travel these days, and for good reason. Between deep-rooted cultural identity, world-renowned festivals, eclectic fashion and growing foodie enclaves, Japan has become the “famously secret” destination of world-savvy travellers. Here are 10 of the best reasons for making your way to the Land of the Rising Sun. You can [...]
Tokyo is a city of intrigue, tradition, deep culture and centuries of stories – meaning you’ll always be peeling back layers of what makes this Japanese metropolis one of the most famous cities in Asia. With 48 hours to spend in the country’s capital, you can certainly scratch the surface and plan for many future [...]
Navigating Japan with zero Japanese skills is not as hard as you may think. If you just have the right kind of apps downloaded to your smartphone or tablet, you can have the time of your lives in this part of the world, despite only knowing “arigatou gozaimasu” (“thank you) and “sumimasen” (“sorry”). Below are [...]
With a plethora of temples, shrines and museums, it’s tempting to think that Japan would be a bit of a yawner for the little ones. But that’s far from the truth, with fascinating kid-friendly adventures all over. Here are some of the best things to do with children in Japan. Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea Millions [...]
