Japan has so many amazing cafes and the intricate wooden architecture of SunnyHills Cafe caught our attention. The cafe specializes in pineapple cakes and guests can enjoy the atmosphere and treats for completely free.
This bamboo forest has hardly changed since the Edo period (1603-1868) and it is thought that samurai warriors used this path for coming and going from their nearby residences.
A tour of an Edo Period historic town called Sawara. It’s located near Narita Japan and is quite the hidden gem filled with historic shops, cafes, and restaurants.
Detailed Premium Plus experience on United Airlines flight #143 via Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner from Denver to Narita.
A review of Akihabara’s popular anime shops: Don Quijote, Animate, Volks Akihabara Hobby Paradise 2, Akiba Cultures Zone, and Kotobukiya
Ikebukuro’s Bandai Namco Cross Store houses over 3,000 Gashapon machines filled with small toys, figurines, and other fun collectibles. The majority of Gashapon machines range from 300 to 500 yen; however, the Premium Gashapon machines have prizes that go up to 1,500 yen.
A look inside at the world’s largest Uniqlo Flagship store in Ginza. It’s an impressive lifestyle and shopping hub with a total of 12 floors including Uniqlo Coffee and Ginza Collaboration products.
Ginza Tokyo is lively and filled with things to do. Explore a unique Art Aquarium Museum or dine at an underground Yakitori Bar. We list 6 fun things to do in Ginza that won’t disappoint.
There are so many things to see and do in Tokyo that it's hard to narrow down what to do if you only have a couple of days to spend in this iconic city but if that’s all the time you have, we have the perfect 2-day itinerary for you. We grew up in Japan and still visit on a regular basis, so these are our recommendations from a tourist and local's perspective.
Our complete guide to Starbucks Reserve Roastery in Tokyo. The Roastery is spread over four floors and combines traditional Japanese design elements with modern aesthetics. It is unquestionably a unique and memorable experience, especially for coffee enthusiasts.
A step-by-step guide on how to purchase and add a Suica card to your smartphone.
A mesmerizing Art Aquarium Museum with created spaces where people can admire goldfish as living pieces of art. If you are a photographer, it’s also a great space to capture beautiful images.
A review of our 3-night accommodation at the AC Hotel Ginza Tokyo by Marriott. We stayed in a spacious double twin room that was approximately 323 square feet.
What is a Japanese family restaurant? In Japan, we call it famiresu (ファミレス), which is short for family restaurant and it’s somewhat similar to chain restaurants in the U.S. Here is our list of seven things we love about Japanese family restaurants.
A fantastic list of places to visit in Narita city whether you’re a first-timer to Japan or a returning visitor.
A bakery might not be the first place that comes to mind for most people planning their trip to Japan, but it’s always a must for us. The variety of pastry and baked goods is not only delicious but you’ll encounter unique concoctions as well.
Aeon is a famous shopping mall where locals and tourists can enjoy dining and shopping at supermarkets, fashion brand stores, drugstores, bookstores, and more. It’s only 20 minutes by bus from Narita International Airport.
Boso no Mura is located in Narita, close to the Narita airport, and you can rent kimonos while exploring the open-air museum and learning about the Edo period.
A complete guide and tour of Japanese supermarket Beisia - home goods, toys, pet supplies, and more!
In October, long-sleeved shirts or lightweight sweaters are ideal for sunny afternoons. For chillier days a light coat will keep you cozy and comfortable. Here is what we ended up wearing during our two-week trip from October 4th through October 18th.
Most people know that Daiso is the Japanese Dollar Store, but not many people know about Seria. It is the second largest 100 yen shop and they are known to be the classier one of the two.
A detailed review of the pros and cons of my experience with Singapore’s Premium Economy seat.
Japan’s convenience stores are more than just a place to grab some food. It has succeeded in becoming a required part of many people’s daily lives because unlike many of its overseas counterparts, they offer a host of additional services.
We finally made a trip to Japan after three long years of waiting to see our family. Every year we visit, there is always something new and exciting to see and do; however this time, we noticed some changes that we weren’t expecting.
The complete guide to renting Japan's best portable Wifi device - Ninja WiFi.
Preparing for any trip can be overwhelming, especially if you are traveling overseas for a long period of time. We have traveled to Japan countless number of times, so we've become pros at getting ready for our trip. These are some tips on how to prepare for your trip to Japan.
Sometimes when we are traveling, we wonder if we are being rude by doing something that is completely fine in our own country but not in the one we are visiting. Since we grew up in two different cultures we get asked quite often some of the big differences we experienced living in Japan and the US.
If you’ve never been to a kaiten sushi restaurant because you don’t like sushi, don’t let the name fool you. Most of these places offer more than just sushi on the menu.
We visited Japan April 19th through May 3rd and the temperatures fluctuated throughout the day. Here is what we ended up wearing during our two-week trip to Narita and Tokyo.