Tokyo can feel overwhelming when you start planning your first visit. There are so many temples, neon-lit streets, observation decks, museums, shopping districts, and entire neighbourhoods that could easily fill a day …
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Osaka is a fantastic base for exploring Japan, and you don’t have to travel far to discover some of the country’s most interesting destinations. The best day trips from Osaka range from …
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Choosing where to stay in Osaka can make a big difference to your trip. The city is spread out, and while Osaka has an excellent public transport system, staying in the right …
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Osaka is Japan’s third-largest city and one of the country’s best places to experience its food, nightlife and everyday urban life. While Kyoto is known for its temples, traditional neighborhoods and gardens, …
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Nestled in the Japanese Alps, Takayama feels completely different from Japan’s big cities. If you’re looking for a Takayama itinerary that combines traditional streets, local food, sake breweries, and peaceful walks, two …
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When we did our research for our 3 week Japan trip, we obviously knew we wanted to hit all the well-known cities and places, but we also wanted to build some calmer …
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Kyoto had been one of the places we were most excited to return to during our Japan trip. After visiting Japan for the first time 17 years earlier, I knew there were …
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If you’re wondering whether Koyasan deserves a place in your Japan itinerary, my answer is absolutely yes. Spending one night here was one of the highlights of our entire three-week trip through …
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17 years ago I visited Japan for the first time. Ever since, I have been wanting to return, but as these things go, life just got in the way! This year however, …