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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?

A clever combination of Japanese and Western cuisine, Café Restaurant Gusto is the best restaurant for when you can’t decide what to eat!

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!

During the day, Ameyoko is a vibrant family-friendly shopping district, but at night it has a whole new vibe of lively night izakayas!

I often addressed the Sarusawa Pond as “Nara Lake” for its captivating beauty and tranquility that practically defines the Nara Prefecture.

You haven’t seen Shinjuku without walking through Kabuchiko. Bright neon signs, pop culture, and street performers are what it’s all about!

A common question people ask is how much baggage space is ideal for a trip to Japan. Having traveled here on many occasions, this is my take.

Japan is a country that is almost radically different from the rest of the world. Here’s how living in Japan has broadened my perspective.

To celebrate my 200th blog post and my 6-month milestone living in Japan, I thought I’d reflect on my life in Japan here as a foreigner.

The Kyoto prefecture is considered Japan’s place of natural scenic beauty. Here are my top 5 locations of natural beauty in Kyoto!

For Detective Conan fans, 2023 is a special time to visit the Miraiza Osaka-Jo shopping complex just outside the famous Osaka Castle.

About 10 kilometers out from Kyoto station is a town called Mukaijima. Nestled between thick natural forests and mountains, it’s a must-see!