When I planned my trip to Japan last year, I knew realistically, I wouldn’t be able to cover all the places I wanted to visit. There’s so many cities in Japan, but sometimes you just have to start with the basics and most popular places. Here’s how to spend 2 weeks in Japan if you’ve…
I recently went to Osaka as part of a month-long trip in Japan. I had just come for Tokyo and Kyoto, and Osaka was a nice contrast. It was still busy like Tokyo, but had a more laid-back environment. I used the Osaka Amazing Pass to guide where to go, and made sure to visit…
In 2024, the start of cherry blossom was delayed in Tokyo due to warmer climates. I had booked a flight according to the forecast and it ended up being too early. Thankfully I had a free rebooking option to change my flight to a week later and I was able to catch the beginning of…
Kyoto was my favorite city to see cherry blossom spots during my trip to Japan last year. I was lucky to catch the peak of cherry blossom season in Kyoto, and a few days right before it rained. The backdrop of an ancient city with sakura flowers was definitely a special experience. Here’s all of…
I recently spent a month in Japan, starting off and ending in Tokyo. I’m usually a super tourist, visiting as many places as I can, especially if I’m seeing a city for the first time. Tokyo is a massive metropolitan city with lots of things to do. Since I had limited time, I made sure…
There’s lots of things to do in Fukuoka that make it perfect for a day trip. One day in Fukuoka would allow you to see the most popular sites like Ohori Park, Canal City Mall, and downtown Tenjin. Here’s the perfect itinerary for a day trip to Fukuoka, including best ways to get around for…