It’s no secret that foreign travelers visiting Japan love Tokyo DisneySea. It’s the park that most of us recommend to first-timers to Japan because of how unique and different the park is to us. Often, this leaves Tokyo Disneyland as a mere afterthought! Sure, there’s …
From Kyoto’s tranquil temples, wooden teahouses, and historical charm, there’s simply too much to see and fall in love with in this laidback Japanese city. Compared to fast-paced Tokyo, Kyoto feels like a real vacation–a place where you can find empty streets to get lost …
Looking for a unique and relaxing getaway in Japan? We get it, the crowds in many Japanese cities can be insane. Kinosaki Onsen, nestled in the Kansai region, is a charming and underrated town known for its seven healing hot springs, traditional atmosphere, and amazing …
There are more than 70 ryokans and hotels available all throughout Kinosaki Onsen. With so many options available, choosing the perfect place to call your home base can be overwhelming, especially since many ryokans only have websites in Japanese or are difficult to book if …
I first discovered Kinosaki when I was on a mission to find all the onsen towns in Japan worth visiting. When I stumbled across Kinosaki and discovered what the town offered visitors, I knew I had to visit for myself — stat! One of the …
Lake Kawaguchi (and the rest of Fuji Five Lakes) is a lush countryside area you just can’t miss if you’re in Japan. This region is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and the Mount Fuji-obsessed! (If you’re also in the Mount Fuji fan club, please stand up!) …
Lake Kawaguchi (and the rest of Fuji Five Lakes) is a lush countryside area you just can’t miss if you’re in Japan. This region is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and the Mount Fuji-obsessed! (If you’re also in the Mount Fuji fan club, please stand up!) …
Packing time. Don’t know where to start? Got a trip to Europe coming up? Amazing! With all that travel planning out of the way, now for the packing… Do you ever find yourself standing in front of your closet, staring at your belongings, not knowing …
Every year at the Fuji Shibazakura Festival, a beautiful carpet of bright pink flowers rolls out beneath Japan’s tallest and most majestic mountain, Mt. Fuji. The Fuji Shibazakura Festival (Fuji Shibazakura Matsuri or the Fuji Moss Phlox Festival in English) is one of the most …
Lake Kawaguchi (and the rest of Fuji Five Lakes) is a lush countryside area you just can’t miss if you’re in Japan. This region is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and the Mount Fuji-obsessed! (If you’re also in the Mount Fuji fan club, please stand up!) …