5 Best Tokyo Day Trip Ideas to Make the Most of Autumn in Japan
Before I begin about the day trips that you can take from Tokyo especially during autumn, did you know that Tokyo is big enough for you to take full days…
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24 Reasons to Love Japan – Why Japan Will Win Your Heart!
I’ll probably increase the number in the title when I think of more reasons on another day 😉 Before you read on, please know that I have only been to…
A taste of old-world charm at Fuji View Hotel in Japan
Heading to Fuji-Kawaguchiko? If you’re not just visiting Kawaguchiko as a day trip from Tokyo, there are 100-over hotels that you can stay overnight at in Kawaguchiko. My family and…
Trying Ichiran Ramen in Tokyo. Should you queue for it?
A steaming hot bowl of ramen was placed on my table, through the window gap ahead of me in my little booth. Through that gap, I saw the server step…
10 photos from Japan to inspire you for autumn
After experiencing autumn in various parts of Japan (far from enough), I’m putting together this short post on some wonderful photos of the autumn I saw in Japan! Let’s enjoy…
7 Reasons Why November is the Best Time to Visit Tokyo
I’ve been to Tokyo in November for … 3 times now, and the 4th will take place this year, lol. Yes, I know! Other than the cherry blossom season, autumn is definitely my favorite time to go…
What your Tokyo AirBNB host might not mention before your stay
Ok I admit. Accommodation in Tokyo can take up a huge chunk of your travel expenses, especially if you’ll be in Tokyo for quite many days, &/or you’re going in…
Day trip in Tokyo: Hiking Mt Takao in autumn!
Tokyo can be a tricky one, especially as a solo foreigner, you’ll wanna avoid the peak hours for public transport. Then, you gotta take into consideration that the sun sets…
How to Use Onsen in Japan – A Beginner’s Guide!
When in Japan, going to an onsen is probably the top experience you should never miss. It took me a few trips to Japan before I finally had the chance…
Yumotokan, Kyoto’s secret of an onsen ryokan
Last December, I was in Japan with family, and we decided to stay for a night at Yumotokan, an upclass ryokan onsen hotel 20min away by train from Kyoto Station.…
Where & How to See A Real Geisha in Kyoto
It has been three centuries since the beginning of the geisha culture. Are you like me, still intrigued by this mysterious culture? When I was in design school, fascinated by…
Observations on Japanese lifestyle: Integrity & Respect
It was probably 2009 – one of my first times I was in Tokyo. I was walking out of Harajuku train station on a Sunday, and noticed this lady ahead…
Tokyo’s cutest festival in November: Shichi-Go-San!
Sundays at Harajuku are special. Sundays are when many Japanese are known to dress in cosplay costumes and hang out at Harajuku. Sundays are especially special at Meiji Shrine, because there’s…