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Hotel Green Arbor Sendai Review: Great Value and Convenient Location

We stayed in a non-smoking double room at Hotel Green Aruba in Sendai. Read our honest review covering room comfort, accessibility, and the 1-night rate via Agoda.

2026.09.22

Japan

Tokyo to Koriyama via Shirakawa Stopover: Local Train Guide

Tokyo to Koriyama local train guide without the Shinkansen. Explore this slow travel route with a Shirakawa stopover for Komine Castle, Nanko Park, and sake.

2026.09.12

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Hotel LiVEMAX Fukushima Koriyama Ekimae Review: Comfort and Convenience Just Steps from the Station

Planning a trip to Koriyama? Check out my review of Hotel LiVEMAX Fukushima Koriyama Ekimae. With microwaves in every room and a prime location just 4 minutes from the station, it’s the perfect base for business or sightseeing. Read my honest take on the facilities, comfort, and value.

2026.09.12

Japan

Air Canada AC5 Flight Review: Montreal to Tokyo Narita

Our Air Canada AC5 flight review from Montreal to Tokyo Narita, covering check-in, seats, meals, Wi-Fi, in-flight entertainment and the long-haul flight experience.

2026.09.10

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How to Find a More Authentic Japan (Without the Crowds)

Planning your first trip to Japan but worried about tourist crowds? Discover practical ways to step off the beaten track and experience authentic Japanese culture, peaceful towns, and genuine local hospitality.

2026.08.23

Japan

How to Stay Safe and Mind-at-Ease on Your First Trip to Japan

Worried about earthquakes on your first trip to Japan? Learn how Japan prepares for natural disasters, essential safety tips, and helpful apps to keep you safe and confident.

2026.08.22

Japan

How We Booked Sea-View Seats on Japan’s Resort Shirakami from Abroad

If you are planning a trip to Northern Japan, taking the Resort Shirakami along the coastal Gonō Line is likely high on your list. The train runs between Akita and Hirosaki/Aomori, offering striking views of the Sea of Japan on one side and the Shirakami-Sanchi mountains on the other. To make the most of this […]

2026.08.20 2026.09.22

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Flexible Travel Planning: Our 6-Month Itinerary Through Japan, Indonesia, East Timor & Beyond (Sept 2026 – March 2027)

Planning a 6-month flexible journey from September 2026 to March 2027 across Japan, Indonesia, East Timor, and beyond. Read our detailed itinerary, visa strategies, and tips for navigating Ramadan and Chinese New Year 2027.

2026.08.09

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Tohoku Sake Brewery Itinerary: Best Local Sake & Breweries to Visit in Northeast Japan

Discover the ultimate Tohoku sake brewery itinerary! Explore top local sake brands and historic breweries across Fukushima, Miyagi, Iwate, Aomori, Akita, and Yamagata in Northeast Japan.

2026.08.08 2026.09.22

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A Beginner’s Guide to Sake in Japan: What to Drink, How to Choose & Where to Go

Planning a trip to Japan and curious about sake? Written by a UK expat with insights from a sake expert, discover top brews, venue tips, and where to drink.

2026.08.08 2026.09.22

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