Things to do in Kyoto: highlights for first-time visitors
Traveling to Japan for the first time, but not sure where to start? Still steeped in tradition, the Land of…
A detailed 21-day Japan itinerary
When travel is concerned, I firmly believe that you should always, always stay in a place at least as long…
The 3 best neighborhoods in Tokyo
Tokyo is a unique megalopolis that does not fail to charm. This sprawling city-province is so heterogeneous and vast that…
Where and when to see cherry blossom in Japan
Did you know that cherry blossom in Japan is a WHOLE THING? Not only does the Japanese meteorological office dedicates…
5 useful tips for visiting Fushimi Inari shrine in Kyoto
I woke up to the best intentions that day; get ready in five minutes and head straight to the Fushimi…
Everything you need to know about the Japan Rail Pass
When you think of transportation in Japan, obviously the Japan Rail Pass comes to mind. Experiencing the world-famous bullet trains…
First time in Japan: 11 things that surprised me
I admittedly knew very little about Japan before I stumbled upon extremely cheap tickets to Tokyo last year and impulsively…
Hiking to Jigokudani and meeting monkeys in Japan
It was misty and bitingly humid that morning in the Japanese Alps, much like what I had anticipated. As I…