Deliciousness overload is a real thing in Japan. Everywhere you look, literally everything looks appetizing and you’ll want to try it all. Thing is, you quickly learn two things. 1) Nothing is labelled in English so you don’t know what it is or what’s good and 2) There’s so much that looks good, it’s hard […]
Japan Travel Guide
A place of zen, over-the-top friendliness, and the best sushi you'll ever have.
There's not a country as welcoming as Japan. Sure it's expensive here but it's all worth it when you get to experience the Japanese spirit and culture that spans ancient tradition and the modern.
This Japan travel guide will help you plan your next vacation.
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Ultimate Tokyo Japan Food Guide – Where And What To Eat
As Japan’s…wait no…the world’s largest and most populated metropolis, Tokyo has a lot to offer but hands the main attractions are the restaurants and the main activity is eating. It’s no surprise that the city is renowned as an eating capital especially with the 230 restaurants that have one Michelin star or greater (contrast that […]
The Art of Trip Planning – We’re Headed to Japan!
I often get asked how I plan my trips. That’s when I take a deep breath and think about how I actually do it. It’s actually a good question because I know that trip planning is no easy task. There’s quite a lot involved and it’s different for every single trip but if I think […]
Guide to Food You Must Try In Osaka
In a city often called the “Kitchen of Japan,” one in which people spend the most money on food, it’s no wonder that Osaka is the foodie capital of the country. The best part about travelling here is that there is no lack of food options. Why don’t I introduce you to some of my […]
Tips On Getting Around Tokyo By Train
Blessed with an incredibly efficient transit system, not only do trains run like clockwork, they are also insanely clean and safe. A dizzying array of train and subway lines, taxis and buses can take you literally anywhere you need to go but for most travellers, the train will be your best bet as the fastest […]
Best Time of the Year To Go To Kyoto
As a traveller, there are a lot of factors that go into the planning of a trip. Sure you could just fly on the seat of your pants and that works for a lot of people but at the same time, you could miss out on a lot of things in Kyoto, Japan if you […]
Best Budget Ryokans in Kyoto
Kyoto is one of the best cities in Japan to experience authentic dwellings of the past. These traditional Japanese inns once accepted weary travelers on their journeys at a time when samurais roamed the land and shoguns held power. Nowadays, they’re for visitors wanting to experience old traditions and culture. Staying in a ryokan while […]
Immerse Yourself in Japanese Culture in Kyoto
Without a doubt, Kyoto is the cultural center of Japan. That’s not to say you can’t get culture and history elsewhere in Japan, but within the ring of the small city center, there’s hidden beauty abound with its temples, parks, and walkways straight out of Memoirs of a Geisha. With 17 UNESCO World Heritage Sites […]
12 Day Japan Itinerary – The Ultimate Trip Planning Guide
The essential 12 day Japan itinerary that is jam packed with incredible food, culture, and fun. Japan was high on my list of countries to visit for a long time and when I finally got to go there, it met my expectations in every way and was a dream trip come true. Knowing everything that […]
HOTEL REVIEW: Conrad Tokyo
A gem of a hotel in the heart of Tokyo Preface As most of you know, I spent 2012 in Asia, starting with Bali and eventually roamed my way up to Japan. As I trotted throughout Asia, I made great use of my Hilton HHonors points and ticked several Conrad properties off my list. I […]