Kyoto is Overrun: Skip the Line and Find Real Japan in Shirahama
You’ve done your research. You’ve mapped out the perfect Japan itinerary. Tokyo for the energy, Kyoto for the temples, maybe […]
The Castle Everyone Visits vs. the One You Should
I was driving through the Wakayama countryside, feeling that realization that I was in the middle of nowhere. I knew
Japan’s 3 Fall “Thanksgivings” (+ the travel trap nobody warns you about)
While you’re preparing for Thanksgiving, something fascinating is happening in Japan: they’ve just celebrated their THIRD three-day weekend of the
My Wife Went without Me (and I Can’t Stop Thinking about It) – Kurashiki
My wife, son, and I were talking together a couple of weeks ago on the Line app. We were talking
The Door Next to the Lunch Line: Would You Peek Inside?
The line for the best local meal in town is long, leaving you with plenty of time to explore the
The Japanese 3.5-Star Secret: Plus 4 Apps Locals Rely On
If there’s one thing I’ve learned from my travels across Japan, it’s that going digital is the key to unlocking
Why You’ll Love Exploring Japan’s Supermarkets and Depachika
It’s just after noon in Osaka, and the air above ground smells like takoyaki and car exhaust. I step into
Mount Fuji, Ramen, Anime: How to Fit It All In During Your Trip to Japan
Why do you want to visit Japan? The answer is unique to you. Perhaps, like me, you’re yearning for an outside
7 Fall Foods Japan Can’t Wait to Eat Every Year
Japan in the fall is a feast for the senses. The air turns crisp, the maple leaves start to glow,
The Osaka Attraction I Didn’t Expect to Love
You’ve mapped out your Japan trip: castles, ramen spots, a few key phrases ready to go. You’re looking for that