Japan

Kagoshima Walking Tour: Historic Sights, Local Shochu & A Chance Tachinomi Meeting

Discover Kagoshima on foot! Read our slow travel guide featuring a ¥850 fish lunch, historic walks, sweet potato shochu tasting, and a miraculous local meeting.

2022.11.19 2026.07.10

Japan

Kumamoto City Walking Tour: Kumamoto Castle, Kumamoto City Hall, Suizenji Jojuen (Gardens) and Lafcadio Hearn’s house

I really enjoyed wandering around Kumamoto and visiting the top spots at the Castle and the Suizenji Jojuen (Gardens). T...

2022.11.17 2026.07.07

Japan

Visiting Nagasaki Day 2: Glover Garden and the Best City Views

We had a busy day of sightseeing on Day 2 in Nagasaki which involved a lot of walking up and down hills. Nagasaki is def...

2022.11.17 2026.07.07

Japan

Visiting Nagasaki Day 1: Peace Memorial Park and Love Hotel Experience

We spent two very enjoyable days in Nagasaki. It was essential to take the time to visit the Peace Park and Nagasaki Ato...

2022.11.16 2026.07.07

Japan

Tokyo to Fukuoka by Air: JAL Flight Guide, Travel Hacks & Fukuoka Izakaya Tips

Flying from Tokyo to Fukuoka? Read our JAL flight guide from Haneda, quick subway transit tips, and why we skipped the Yatai crowds for a local Hakata Izakaya!

2022.11.15 2026.07.10

Japan

Kawagoe Day Trip from Tokyo: “Little Edo” Guide & The Sake Vending Machines

Planning a Kawagoe day trip from Tokyo? Read our guide on walking the "Little Edo" warehouse district, hearing the historic Bell Tower, and trying the ¥1,000 sake vending machines!

2022.11.12 2026.07.14

Japan

A Friday Itinerary in Tokyo: Asakusa Crowds, Shin-Okubo Lunch & Shinbashi Standing Bars

Forget the standard guidebook routes. Join us for a Friday in Tokyo as we explore the historic streets of Asakusa, enjoy an authentic lunch in Korean Town, and end the night like a local—drinking at a standing bar in Shinbashi among the city's busy salarymen.

2022.11.12 2026.07.10

Japan

How to Travel Utsunomiya to Nikko: JR Line Guide & Toshogu Shrine Honest Review

Planning a day trip to Nikko from Utsunomiya? Read our budget rail guide, bus vs walking routes, and an honest review of the flamboyant Toshogu Shrine.

2022.11.09 2026.07.14

Japan

Imayotsukasa Sake Brewery Tour: A Guide to Niigata’s Best 15-Sake Tasting Experience

Discover the art of Japanese sake at Imayotsukasa Sake Brewery in Niigata. Read our guide on the free tour, the iconic "Koi" bottle, and the ¥1,000 15-sake tasting!

2022.11.08 2026.07.10

Japan