Planning a trip to Japan’s cultural capital? I am sharing every single detail of my 4-day Kyoto itinerary, including the best things to do, where to stay and eat!
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Planning a Tokyo itinerary? I'm sharing every single detail of my 5 days in Tokyo, including best things to do in Tokyo, where to stay and eat! Tokyo is like nowhere else on Earth. It is ultra modern yet traditional in its essence, and highly urbanized yet filled with lush green spaces. It[...]
Fancy doing some Japanese cooking at home? Here are 30 authentic, simple Japanese recipes to make at home. I've said this many times: Japanese food is my favorite cuisine in the world. Every meal I've had in Japan has been amazing -- even ramen from vending machines and takoyaki from streetside stal[...]
Japan is a great family travel destination, with its neon streetscapes and kid-friendly amenities. This is my detailed guide to traveling Japan with kids. There's nowhere else like Japan. It is ultra modern yet traditional, and highly urbanized yet filled with nature. The multi-faceted country is tr[...]
Unique, vibrant and extremely diverse, Japanese food is one of my favorite cuisines in the world. I personally think Japan is the best country to travel for food. Every meal I've had in Japan (and I've visited 3 times) was great, be it a high-end kaiseki feast, a vending-machine ramen or streetside[...]
Want to explore Japan off the beaten path? I recently traveled the Northward Golden Route and discovered quaint villages and pristine natural landscapes. Japan Off the Beaten Path Alternative Japan: Japan Off the Beaten Path Japan is both old and new, urban yet full of nature, traditional and innov[...]
Looking for the best ryokan in Hakone? Hakone Kowakien Tenyu might be your answer — read my review here. Best Ryokan in Hakone Just an hour outside of Tokyo lies the mountain town of Hakone, a serene haven of green forests, hot spring onsens and vermillion torii gates. It’s a[...]
Planning to travel for two weeks in Japan? I've come up with the ultimate 2 week Japan itinerary for first-time visitors who want to see the best of the country. Japan is like nowhere else on Earth. From the moment you land in Japan, it’s as if you’ve arrived on a different planet. Expe[...]
Planning a road trip in Japan? This guide to driving in Japan will get you prepared to hit the road! There's something special about road trips: the open road represents freedom and adventure. Alberto and I have always enjoyed exploring on two wheels, and even more so now that we have a daughter. Re[...]