Planning your first trip to Japan can seem daunting at first: a different language, cultural norms that can sometimes be confusing, and a massive transportation network. However, once you’re there, everything becomes surprisingly simple. So with a few pointers and a…

Visit Osaka marks the final stop on our trip to Japan! Here, the change in atmosphere is dramatic. Osaka is rawer, more vibrant, and more uninhibited than Kyoto or Tokyo… this city never sleeps, and it certainly left a lasting impression…

A day trip to Nara is a must-do when traveling in the Kansai region. Located just a few kilometers from Kyoto and Osaka, Japan’s ancient capital offers a fascinating immersion into the country’s history. With its UNESCO World Heritage-listed temples, ancient…

We continue our journey through Japan with a visit to Kinosaki Onsen, one of Japan’s most iconic hot spring towns. It is renowned for its traditional onsens, ryokans, and peaceful atmosphere. Here, you can stroll around in a yukata (lightweight traditional…

We continue our journey through Japan with a visit to Kyoto, the former imperial capital. A fascinating city, Kyoto offers a subtle balance between ancient traditions, majestic temples, and serene Zen gardens. In Kyoto, you often just have to turn a…

On our first trip to Japan, we left Tokyo to visit Hakone with one goal in mind: to catch a glimpse of Mount Fuji, which rises to 3,776 meters. However, catching a glimpse of this iconic symbol of Japan is sometimes…

After spending four weeks in Australia, it was time to switch countries and continents with a trip to Japan! In fact, it was my first time visiting Japan—and even my first time in Asia. So this trip was a whole new…