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How much cash should you bring for a trip to Japan?
Accommodation / Food / Shopping / Travel

How much cash should you bring for a trip to Japan?

Posted on: June 3, 2023July 29, 2025

In a world that’s going cashless, Japan continues to be a cash-based society. With that in mind, just how much cash should you bring to Japan?

Japan’s smart toilets offer an intuitive bidet and flush system
Technology

Japan’s smart toilets offer an intuitive bidet and flush system

Posted on: June 3, 2023July 29, 2025

Developed in 1980 by TOTO bathroom manufacturing, Japan’s smart toilets have revolutionized the washing and flushing routine of a nation.

What’s it like inside a Japanese supermarket? A review of Izumiya
Bento Box / Food / Shopping

What’s it like inside a Japanese supermarket? A review of Izumiya

Posted on: June 2, 2023July 29, 2025

Fresh fish, ready-to-eat meals, and unbeatable prices are what Japanese supermarkets are all about. Let’s take a look at Izumiya supermarket!

Gohanya Homare – the best tempura soba in Osaka?
Food / Osaka

Gohanya Homare – the best tempura soba in Osaka?

Posted on: June 1, 2023July 29, 2025

An almost camouflaged restaurant hidden in the backstreets of Osaka’s Nishinari ward, Gohanya Homare may be the best tempura soba in Japan.

Nanzenji Temple is one of Kyoto’s most underrated destinations
Architecture / Culture / Kyoto / Temple

Nanzenji Temple is one of Kyoto’s most underrated destinations

Posted on: May 30, 2023July 29, 2025

It’s not the temple you often see in travel magazines, but Nanzenji Temple is so much more than a building, it’s a haven of pure beauty.

Visiting a traditional Japanese-style Starbucks in Kyoto’s Ninenzaka
Culture / Kyoto / Starbucks

Visiting a traditional Japanese-style Starbucks in Kyoto’s Ninenzaka

Posted on: May 30, 2023July 29, 2025

Japan puts its own spin on everything, and this traditional Japanese-style Starbucks is the perfect example!

5 must-try snacks from Lawson Japan
Combini / Lawson

5 must-try snacks from Lawson Japan

Posted on: May 29, 2023July 29, 2025

Lawson is considered one of the “big 3” convenience stores alongside Family Mart and 7-Eleven. Here are my 5 must-try snacks from Lawson!

Tennis in Japan – how to get involved as a foreigner
Osaka / Sports and Fitness

Tennis in Japan – how to get involved as a foreigner

Posted on: May 28, 2023July 29, 2025

As a foreigner, it may seem intimidating to get into tennis in Japan, but by following these simple steps, you’ll be on a court in no time!

Kura Sushi – the ultimate hybrid revolving sushi restaurant
Food / Sushi

Kura Sushi – the ultimate hybrid revolving sushi restaurant

Posted on: May 27, 2023July 29, 2025

Kura Sushi takes a unique approach to Japan’s iconic conveyor belt sushi concept by cleverly incorporating technology with old traditions.

Sapporo’s Lestel Maru is a freelancer’s dream accommodation
Accommodation / Hokkaido / Sapporo

Sapporo’s Lestel Maru is a freelancer’s dream accommodation

Posted on: May 26, 2023July 29, 2025

With unmatched cleanliness, maximum comfort, and state-of-the-art facilities, it almost feels insulting to call Lestel Maru a hostel.

Exploring New Chitose Airport – my last moments in Sapporo
Airport / Hokkaido / Sapporo

Exploring New Chitose Airport – my last moments in Sapporo

Posted on: May 25, 2023July 29, 2025

Formerly known as Sapporo Airport, New Chitose Airport is by far the most interesting and quirky airport I’ve ever been to.

Journey to Yawata – cycling along Kyoto’s Kamo River
Cycling / Kyoto

Journey to Yawata – cycling along Kyoto’s Kamo River

Posted on: May 24, 2023July 29, 2025

They say it’s the journey, not the destination that matters. Having no particular interest in Yawata, I embarked on this cycle across Kyoto.

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