Opinion Archives - Have Ya Seen Japan

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.

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!

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.

Living in Japan for over 3 years has led me to some very peculiar observations about Japanese culture and society.

The natural scenery of Japan’s rivers, lakes, and mountains carry a certain aesthetic associated with calmness, but is it a placebo effect?

For such a small island nation, Japan has a HUGE variety of places to visit from top to bottom. Check out my top 5 picks below!

At 3,776 meters tall, Mt. Fuji stands alone in its majestic beauty, taking on new looks and giving off different aura in every season of the year.

The obvious answer is yes, after all, Japan has one of the lowest crime rates in the world, but what does it truly mean to be a safe country?

Forget about ramen and sushi (for now) and take your Japan experience to the next level with these 5 mouthwatering Japanese dishes!