TeamLab Borderless is a digital art museum in Tokyo’s Azabudai Hills neighborhood. Teamlab is famous for its Instagrammable and interactive art, and for creating fully immersive exhibits for visitors to […]
The quick answer to the question, “where is the best place to stay in Tokyo?” is, “next to the Yamanote JR Train line“. The “best place” or “best neighborhood” in […]
Tokyo Skytree is the tallest structure in Japan, and also the tallest tower (not building, but tower) in the world! Coming to Skytree is undoubtedly one of the top things to […]
If soaking in Japanese hot springs is your thing, there’s no better place in Japan to visit than Beppu in Kyushu. Beppu is one of the most popular onsen towns […]
Kawaii culture in Tokyo celebrates all things cute and showcases the city’s playful side. Through colorful food, character cafes, and happy and heartwarming experiences, this list of cute and kawaii […]
As the eclectic, colorful capital of Japan, Tokyo is filled with super unique hotels. This list of coolest hotels in Tokyo is sure to entertain, and hopefully inspire, a future […]
At the top of the list of Tokyo must-see museums and experiences is a Teamlab digital art museum. These unique museums are world-renowned and luckily Tokyo is blessed with two […]
Teamlab digital art museums took the world by storm after the opening of Teamlab Borderless in Odaiba, Tokyo, Japan in 2018. Now Japan has a number of amazing exhibits and […]
Tokyo is one of the greatest cities in the world, and I feel lucky every day to call this beautiful place home. Tokyo has so many incredible highlights that three […]
Naoshima, Japan is a small, rural island in the Setouchi Inland Sea between Tokyo and Osaka. What makes it special is that it’s an “Art Island”! Naoshima is home to […]
Finding a private onsen in Japan is a bucket-list item for many travelers here. Japan’s many famous onsen towns such as Nikko, Hakone, and Beppu are great places to start […]
Don’t let a rainy day in Tokyo put a damper on your travel plans. Tokyo is such an expansive city with so many things to do – even when you’re […]
Director Hayao Miyazaki’s iconic Studio Ghibli movies are well-loved in Japan and around the world. There is no better place to experience Studio Ghibli charm and Ghibli-esque activities than in […]
Kusatsu Onsen, nestled in the mountains of Gunma in central Japan, is one of the country’s most iconic onsen towns. Travelers to Kusatsu Onsen come to soak in the famous hot […]
Nagoya, Japan is a large industrial city perfectly situated between Tokyo and Kyoto. Sadly, Nagoya doesn’t make it on a lot of Japan itineraries because it’s dismissed as just another large city. […]
Nagano in central Japan is a popular location for experiencing rural Japanese villages, going skiing, enjoying snowy mountain views, and relaxing in onsen hot springs. One of the most common […]
Miyajima is a gorgeous island in Japan just south of Hiroshima. Although it’s often visited as a day-trip from Hiroshima, I highly recommend staying the night on Miyajima. This allows […]
Eating out in Kanazawa and enjoying its unique cuisine is a huge part of experiencing the best of what the city has to offer. Kanazawa is a city known for […]
Osaka is a foodie capital of Japan, so eating out in Osaka is a huge part of experiencing the best of the city. Being a vegetarian doesn’t mean you need […]
Tokyo, and Japan in general, is a Pokemon fan’s paradise. Endless Pokemon-themed things to do in Tokyo will keep Pokemon enthusiasts of all ages busy for days! Stay in a […]
Long distance hiking is one of the best ways to see new places and experience new countries. I especially love multi-day hikes because they require getting off-the-beaten-path, spending time in nature, […]
In 2019 I lived for six months in Japan in a Tokyo sharehouse. I made some amazing friends, both local and international, and was able to spend time exploring Tokyo […]
So you’ve checked everything off of my Top Things to do in Tokyo list including visiting Sensoji-Temple, Shibuya Crossing, and Shinjuku Gai. Now what? It’s time to visit some Tokyo […]
The metropolis of Tokyo is back on everyone’s travel radar, and I feel so lucky to call this amazing city my home. Based on my personal experience being a tourist […]
