How to Rent Japan's Best Portable WiFi - Ninja WiFi
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The complete guide to renting Japan's best portable Wifi device - Ninja WiFi.
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The Perfect 2 Day Itinerary for Tokyo Japan
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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.
Read MoreConsider Shopping at Japan's Classy 100 Yen Shop - Seria
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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.
Read MorePremium Economy Singapore Airlines Review From LAX to NRT
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A detailed review of the pros and cons of my experience with Singapore’s Premium Economy seat.
Read MoreWhat's Inside A Japanese Convenience Store (Konbini)
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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.
Read More5 Things to Expect When You Visit Japan in 2022
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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.
Read More10 Simple Steps to Prepare for Your Trip to Japan
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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.
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What to Eat at Kappa Sushi If You Don't Like Sushi
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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.
Read MoreExplore These Hidden Gems Near Narita Airport on Your Long Layover in Japan
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This year we made it a point to explore some old and new places in our hometown in Narita, Japan. The great thing about Narita is that it’s only one train stop away (about 7 min) from the Narita International Airport.
Read MoreOur Top 10 Favorite Japanese Comfort Foods That Aren’t Sushi
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If you’re visiting Japan for the first time and think that most restaurants are all about sushi, you’re in for a big surprise. There is so much good food in Japan that sushi isn’t something we look forward to eating when we make our yearly visit home.
Read MoreThe Mysterious Yanaka Cat Town in Nippori, Japan with Cat Tail Donuts
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We were looking for places in Tokyo that was more low-key and not bombarded by tourists and stumbled upon a city called Yanaka, also known as Yanaka Cat Town, which is located in Nippori. It was a breath of fresh air stopping by here after being surrounded by an immense crowd at the Sensoji Temple in Asakusa.
Read More8 Things You Should Know Before Visiting Asakusa Sensoji Temple During Cherry Blossom Season
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We feel lucky that we grew up in Narita as it is home to a gorgeous Shinshoji Temple, so we rarely ventured out to other temples in Japan. This year, Crystal wanted to visit the famous Sensoji Temple in Asakusa, which is about an hour and a half away from our hometown.
Read MoreEnjoy Green Tea and Desserts At This Beautiful Hidden Japanese Garden in Japan
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Miyoshiya is quite a hidden gem and it can easily be missed as it’s nestled in a small alleyway along Omotesando (表参道), a road that approaches a temple. The alleyway opens up to an intricate Japanese garden which instantly takes you back in time as it’s a stark contrast to the bustling streets.
Read MoreExperience A Fascinating Digital Art Museum with teamLab Borderless in Odaiba, Japan
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When we think of museums, we picture large white spaces with artwork hanging on the walls or sculptures in the middle of an open space. You stare at the piece, perhaps read the description, and then move on to the next piece of artwork. At teamLab Borderless, it is a completely different experience. It’s a group of digital artworks that creates a borderless world where you find yourself roaming around exploring for hours in awe.
Read MoreOur Cherry Blossom Experience At The Famous Meguro River in Tokyo
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We usually visit our family in Japan during the holidays but this year we made it a point to visit during the cherry blossom season so that we could see these special trees blooming in Tokyo at Meguro River. We haven’t seen the cherry blossoms in a very long time and to be honest, I don’t think we really appreciated it as much as we should have while we were living in Japan. We weren’t going to take it for granted this time!
Read MoreDine With Locals in Japan at a Beautiful Countryside Cafe: Eagle 137
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This year when I returned home to Japan, I was looking forward to visiting my best friend’s cafe Eagle 137. It’s located in Kashiwa and it’s not your average tourist spot. Actually, it’s not touristy at all as it’s where the locals go to unwind, relax, and eat delicious local ingredients.
Read MoreWhat to Wear in Japan During Spring's Cherry Blossom Season
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This time of year in Japan can be tricky to pack for. It’s a transitional season where some days you’ll be fine wearing just a sweater, but other days you’ll find yourself needing a coat. Here are some of our suggestions on what to wear during the early spring cherry blossom season in Japan.
Read MoreThe Cutest Character-Themed Cafes and Animal Cafes in Japan
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Japan is full of cute cafes and especially adorable themed cafes. They have everything from cat cafes to Totoro cafes to hedgehog cafes and it's so hard to choose between all these awesome cafes with limited time (and cash). These are some of the cutest cafes we have visited in Japan.
Read MoreBest Things to Buy at the Daiso Store in Japan AKA The Dollar Store
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One of the stores we always make a visit to while we're in Japan is the Daiso store. Daiso was around when we were kids, but throughout the years, their products have really expanded. Daiso is a huge franchise that sells a range of products from kitchen goods to travel goods to stationery and more all priced at 100 yen (~US $1).
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