Have Ya Seen Japan - Travel Blog of Yaseen Hijazi

What 3 Years of Living in Kyoto Taught Me About Life

I’ve always been obsessed with Japan as a holiday destination, but living here has had a lasting, profound impact on me and how I see life.

There’s no doubt that Japan has a unique appeal to the rest of the world, and I believe it’s linked to a strong sense of orderliness.

Tokyo is an overwhelmingly massive city, so much so that there are countless cities within Tokyo that stretch beyond Shibuya and Shinjuku.

The awesome thing about vacationing in Japan is you can do it on a budget and don’t need to go the luxury route to have an amazing trip!

A reflection of my life as an Aussie living and working in Kyoto with appalling Japanese-speaking abilities.

Japan is often described as a “walkable” country, but what does that mean? Here’s why these 5 cities are the most walkable in Tokyo!

Solo travel is one of the most life-changing experiences you can add to your core competencies, and Tokyo is the best place to do it!

The Kamo River or “Kamogawa” is the most significant river in Kyoto, running across the entire prefecture as a central place of gathering.

Truthfully, I could hike Japan’s scenic mountains all year round, but autumn stands out as the ideal season when everything aligns perfectly!

To save you reading an entire article answering a yes or no question, the answer you’re after is YES, tap water is safe to drink in Japan.

When you visit Japan, you may be wondering what Japanese foods are a “must-try,” so here’s my recommendations that go beyond sushi and ramen!

Riverside parks are one my favorite aspects of Japan’s natural scenery, so I thought I’d make a list of my favorite ones to visit!