Compared to Kyoto’s tranquil temples, wooden teahouses, and historical charm, Osaka is a city full of contrasts. In Osaka, you’ll find the best of both worlds: traditional temples sitting side-by-side with towering skyscrapers and retro-neon lights leading to tranquil Japanese gardens. Being the third-largest city …
Tokyo is a sensory overload in the best way possible—think neon-lit streets in Shinjuku, ancient temples in Asakusa, and food that’ll make your taste buds scream for more (sushi, ramen, mochi, yakitori—need I say more?). Every corner of this city feels like a new adventure, …
Tokyo’s anime and manga culture is something that you’ll want to experience in Japan if the topic is remotely interesting to you at all! Being the birthplace of anime, there are plenty of fantastic anime stores, cafés, and video games to satisfy your curiosity. Whether …
Hong Kong is a vibrant city with a plethora of attractions and experiences to explore. And lately, there have been a few new attraction passes popping up — all meant to help travelers like you save boatloads of money while seeing more of the city! …
Kyoto, Japan is an ancient city renowned for its rich cultural heritage and stunning architecture. For those looking to immerse themselves even more in the Kansai region’s culture and history, a stay at one of the many ryokans in Kyoto is an absolute must. Ryokans …
While planning my very first trip to Taipei, I was bright-eyed and excited about the prospects of hiking under the warm sun, visiting Jiufen and Shifen without a raindrop in sight, and visiting bustling night markets every night. But when my family and I actually …
I didn’t start traveling to different parts of Asia (outside of HK) until only recently. Prior to that, my family trips were all based in Hong Kong since my mom’s siblings still lived there. When we finally started venturing out and exploring as a family, …
Taipei is one of the most unique cities in Asia. As the capital of Taiwan, it offers an exciting mix of culture, history, and entertainment. With its lively night markets, vibrant temples, and breathtaking landscape, it’s easy to see why millions of people around the …
Taipei, Taiwan is one of the most amazing cities in Asia. As the nation’s capital, it offers an exciting mix of culture, history, and entertainment. With its lively night markets, vibrant temples, and breathtaking landscape, it’s easy to see why millions of people around the …
Taipei is a beautiful and vibrant city to explore, but if you’re looking for a change of scenery and some breathtaking views, then Jiufen is the place to go! Located just an hour away from Taipei, Jiufen is one of Taiwan’s most popular tourist destinations. …