32 Unique Activities To Add To Your Kyoto Bucketlist
In this guide, I’ll share a handful of less-touristy activities that allow you to see a different side of Kyoto—one that goes beyond crowds, temples, and shrines.
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10 Effortless Day Trips From Tokyo For Your Japan Itinerary
Think you’ve seen it all in Tokyo? Think again! Even if you’ve checked off the usual must-sees in Tokyo, there’s a whole world of hidden gems just outside the city limits that you may not have discovered. I mean, you can only visit Shinjuku and …
A Perfect Day Trip Itinerary For Kawagoe, Japan (From Tokyo)
Explore one of the Kanto region’s hidden gems: an old Edo-style castle town called Kawagoe. Follow our Kawagoe itinerary for the perfect day trip from Tokyo!
12 Other Places Near Tokyo Worth Visiting
A trip to Japan can be one of the most enriching experiences of your life! The entire country is packed with cities celebrating traditional festivals, showcasing both old and new, and creating the tastiest cuisine! Even in just Tokyo alone, you’ll be super impressed (and …
7 Best Ryokans With Private Onsen In Yufuin, Japan
Yufuin is a pretty-as-can-be mountain town located in the Oita Prefecture of Japan. The two things it’s famous for? Nature and hot springs (onsen). If you are looking for an unforgettable experience in Yufuin, you need to stay at one of the luxurious ryokans in …
10 Reasons Kinosaki Onsen Is A Hidden Gem In Japan’s Kansai Region
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 …
How To Spend 2 Perfect Days In Kinosaki, Japan
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 …
3 Fun-Filled Days In Lille + Day Trip To Bruges!
Standing as the urban center and cultural capital of northern France, Lille may be France’s most underrated metropolis. If we were to personify cities in France, Lille would be Paris’ much cooler, more laid-back second cousin. You won’t find flocks of tourists here whatsoever, despite …
18 Romantic Things To Do in California’s Big Sur Region
Big Sur is one of my favorite weekend trips from the Bay Area, and when you make your way through here with someone special, you’ll totally understand why. The rugged coastline and pristine turquoise waters make this region one of the most romantic places ever! If …
18+ Best Attractions In Tokyo For Anime Lovers
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 …