Tokyo is filled with incredible sights and activities. All of which do their best to attract your attention, and more importantly, your money. But your time in Japan is precious. And not all of these attractions are what they’re made out to be. Particularly when there are better and often cheaper alternatives scattered throughout the … Read more

Reaching the summit, watching the magical golden sunrise, and eating a delicious bowl of ramen noodles on top is the most rewarding part of climbing Mt. Fuji or Fujisan as the Japanese call it. Those are just a few reasons why climbing Fujisan is a must for adventurous travelers. And those who have climbed her … Read more

Tokyo alone has so many things to do and it’s mind-boggling. But don’t pay extra on-site when you can book online and see more for less. So in this article, we’ll help you save some money as we cover some of the top attractions, tours, and cultural experiences in Tokyo that are actually cheaper when … Read more

If you’re looking for the best pocket WiFi in Japan, then I have a secret to tell you. Based on what we’ve discovered, they’re ALL the same. Japan Wireless, Sushi WiFi, Fox WiFi, PuPuRu WiFi, Ninja WiFi, Global Advanced Communication, eConnect Japan, etc. — they are ALL from Softbank. Same speed, same features, same ISP … Read more

Our guide is geared towards first-time travelers to Tokyo, but we believe that it can help you no matter how many times you’ve been here. Because whether it’s you’re a first-timer or not, there’s always a “first-time experience” for everyone each time you come here. We hope to give you a glimpse into what to … Read more

We’ve finally visited all of the Fuji Five Lakes! It took a while to explore the areas around this lake. We couldn’t find any information online about activities around the area. So, after much procrastination, we decided to simply go there and find our own adventures. Despite being the largest of all the five lakes … Read more

Are you planning a trip to Japan? You will see many general advice online on what to pack for Japan travel, from overstuffed high fashion wardrobe to minimalist capsule wardrobe. But the packing list for travelers visiting Japan is unique. At most basic level, two (2) things will dictate what you will pack for your … Read more

Situated north of Japan’s most famous landmark Mt. Fuji, is Kofu city, the capital of Yamanashi prefecture. Kofu is renowned for its wine, gemstones, and the fantastic Shosenkyo Gorge. For us, it seemed like an excellent opportunity to explore a lesser-known city of Japan, and because we wanted to escape for a weekend. Kofu has … Read more

When I planned my first ever trip to Japan in 2009, there weren’t many travel blogs that shared “personal” travel tips for first-timers. Japan travel guidebooks are great, but they lack a personal touch and really only give you general information about Japan. Plus, they quickly lose their relevance since they can’t be updated without … Read more

Now, it’s time to download these apps that to help you travel Japan easy-breezy. All these apps are free and very easy to use. Starting from which train to take to choosing a local restaurant for dinner. Here are our personal recommendations as someone who has lived in Japan for over 5 years. Apps that … Read more