Japan Guide, Tips, Accommodations

Looking for things to do in Akasaka? After spending three days exploring this Tokyo neighborhood, we found fantastic coffee shops, beautiful shrines, great local restaurants, and one of our favorite cultural experiences in Japan.

Our real Tokyo outfits from a late March trip during cherry blossom season, including rainy-day layers, comfortable walking shoes, outfit mistakes, and what actually worked for exploring Tokyo in cool spring weather.

Packing for a long flight to Japan? Here’s exactly what I pack in my carry-on backpack, from flight essentials and tech gear to medication, camera items, and one backup outfit.

Worried about rain ruining your trip to Tokyo? We experienced multiple rainy days and were surprised by how easy it was to navigate the city.

Planning a trip to Japan and wondering if pocket WiFi is worth it? Here’s my real experience using Sakura Mobile, from airport pickup to navigating trains and streets across Japan.

Wondering what to buy in Japan? These are the items we always bring home, from Japanese snacks and beauty products to practical travel finds you can’t easily get in the U.S.

Planning a Japan trip in spring? See what to pack for Japan in March, including outfit planning tips, layering ideas, and carry-on packing strategies for Tokyo.

Packing for Tokyo in spring can be tricky with changing temperatures and lots of walking. This guide covers what to pack, outfit ideas, and small essentials that make traveling in Japan easier.

A curated list of 15 exciting things to do in Shibuya, featuring timeless classics such as the famous Hachiko statue alongside newer, trendy attractions like the vibrant Sakura Stage.

Discover the best of Shinjuku with our guide for first-time visitors. From vibrant streets to peaceful gardens, find exciting things to do in this iconic Tokyo neighborhood.

A list of exciting things to do in Ikebukuro. From visiting Japan’s historic oldest candy shop, where tradition meets sweetness, to exploring the world’s largest anime store called Animate, offering endless treasures for fans.

My detailed review of flying with Singapore Airlines Economy class on a round-trip journey from LAX to NRT.

A comprehensive guide to setting up and using Japan’s Ninja eSIM, along with an in-depth exploration of its various pros and cons.

A detailed look at what we packed and wore for our trip to Japan in May.

Tokyo is an incredibly vast and humungous metropolis, making it challenging to decide what to do once you finally book your trip. We often have friends ask us for recommendations about the best things to do in this vibrant city, so we have decided to create the ultimate, comprehensive list of all of our favorite things to do in Tokyo.

Planning your first trip to Tokyo? This guide breaks down the best areas to stay, from Shibuya and Shinjuku to Ginza and Odaiba, plus our favorite hotels in each neighborhood.

Here is our list of the top ten exciting things to do in the vibrant city of Osaka. From the lively streets of Shinsekai, filled with unique eateries and retro arcades, to popular anime shops like Jump Store, there is truly an abundance of activities and attractions to experience in Osaka.

A comprehensive and detailed list of the items we packed and the clothing we chose to wear during our trip to Japan in the month of September.

My flight experience flying with ANA Premium Economy for the first time.

We traveled around Japan and visited Nagoya, Osaka, and the Tokyo area between May 31st through June 9th. Here is what we packed and wore during Japan's rainy season.

A guide to what to wear in the early days of March. This period falls just before the much-anticipated spring Cherry Blossom season, making it a bit challenging to decide what styles to pack for the trip.