Japan

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

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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

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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

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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

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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 2026.08.29

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Following Basho’s Footsteps: A Literary Journey Along Tohoku’s Deep North

Planning a trip to Tohoku? Discover the historic route of master haiku poet Matsuo Basho, from Shirakawa and Hiraizumi to the coastal beauty of Sakata and Kisakata, and see how his poetic journey enriches our modern travel experience.

2026.08.06

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Kitakata, Fukushima 1 Day Itinerary: Best Route for First-Time Visitors Around Kitakata Station

Plan your Kitakata itinerary with this ultimate Kitakata travel guide. Explore Fureai-dori street, the former Kai family residence, the historic Odatuki Preservation District, historic sake breweries, and local ramen spots. Easily accessible by public transport and walking.

2026.08.05 2026.08.06

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Yonezawa 1 Day Itinerary: Best Route for First-Time Visitors Around Yonezawa Station

Plan your Yonezawa itinerary with this ultimate Yonezawa travel guide. Explore Uesugi Shrine, Denrokuno-mori, the historic Toko Sake Museum, and stunning red-brick architecture. Easily accessible by public transport and walking.

2026.08.04

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Yamagata 1 Day Itinerary: Best Route for First-Time Visitors Around Yamagata Staion

Plan your Yamagata itinerary with this ultimate Yamagata travel guide. Explore Kajo Park, the stunning Bunshokan, Yamagata Museum of Art, and the breathtaking Yamadera temple. Easily accessible by public transport and walking.

2026.08.03

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