With iconic top-speed bullet trains to get you across the country, it’s common for visitors to overlook Japan’s much cheaper overnight bus.
Shinsei Bank is Japan’s best choice for foreign residents
Shinsei Bank is an absolute God-send for foreigners living in Japan on a long-term visa or permanent residency, and here’s why…
Exploring Ninenzaka’s finger food stores (top 5 recommendations)
Kyoto is a cultural hotspot for visitors in Japan. With amazing sights and delicious delicacies, here are my top 5 food stores in Ninenzaka!
USJ’s Super Nintendo World is a dream come true for Mario fans
Honestly, they may as well rename Super Nintendo World to Super Mario World, because he absolutely steals the show at USJ Osaka!
Exploring Harry Potter World at Universal Studios Japan
USJ’s Harry Potter World is an absolute must-visit for all the magic-loving witches and wizards around the world!
Arashiyama Monkey Park (Iwatayama) is Kyoto’s best hidden gem
Nestled in the forests of Mt. Arashiyama is a highly underrated attraction known as Iwatayama Monkey Park, a Kyoto classic!
Is it worth visiting the paid section of Kiyomizu-dera?
Kiyomizu-dera is one of Kyoto’s most popular temples, but with most of it already free for the public, is it worth entering the paid section?
Café Restaurant Gusto is the best place to eat for families in Japan
A clever combination of Japanese and Western cuisine, Café Restaurant Gusto is the best restaurant for when you can’t decide what to eat!
The best Shinkansen snacks for an awesome bullet train trip!
Some of the best feeds in Japan can be found at bullet train stations. Here are my top 5 exclusive Shinkansen snacks for a delicious trip!
Tokyo Travel – dining at Ameyoko’s night izakayas
During the day, Ameyoko is a vibrant family-friendly shopping district, but at night it has a whole new vibe of lively night izakayas!
The Sarusawa Pond is Nara Park’s place of tranquility
I often addressed the Sarusawa Pond as “Nara Lake” for its captivating beauty and tranquility that practically defines the Nara Prefecture.