Travel Tips

Tokyo never fails to impress with its constant evolution and redevelopment, and the latest addition to its skyline is the exciting Tokyu Kabukicho Tower! This… Read More »Fun Things to Do at Tokyo’s Tokyu Kabukicho Tower: Packed With Fun & Entertainment

As one of Hokkaido’s top tourist destinations, the city of Sapporo is well-equipped with excellent public transportation, fresh gleanings from the sea, delicious local beef,… Read More »Enjoy Sapporo and Otaru on a Self-Guided Tour (+Bonus Sample Itinerary)

Afternoons with coffee spoons and gorgeous flowers – could there be anything better? Yomiuriland’s Hana-Biyori greenhouse has it all: Japanese flowers, unique tropical aquariums, cute… Read More »This Japanese Starbucks Opened Inside a Blooming Greenhouse (We Have Photos!)

Here’s a quick rundown on why you should know Japanese before studying at a Japanese language school. See more videos on our Gaijinpot Youtube Channel—and don’t… Read More »Why You Need To Know Japanese Before You Study In Japan

Shirahama is a resort town in Wakayama Prefecture, particularly famous for Shirahama Onsen. Summer here starts as early as May, with the earliest opening beaches… Read More »9 Places to Visit in Japan’s Midwest Resort Town, Shirahama, Wakayama (2-Day/1-Night Itinerary)

The Sendai Tanabata Festival (仙台七夕まつり) is a renowned summer tradition held annually from August 6 to 8 in Sendai, a central city in Japan’s Tohoku… Read More »Enjoy the Magic of Sendai’s 2023 Tanabata Festival (Aug. 6-8): A Must-Read Guide for Travelers

Wondering what to wear in Japan during your trip and what clothing is appropriate? The weather makes a huge difference in the kinds of clothes… Read More »What to Wear in Japan: Seasonal Packing Guide & Tips to Lighten Your Luggage

Yokohama Japan is a gorgeous port city that is extremely close to Tokyo, yet it seems to get overlooked by many tourists. So you can… Read More »10 Fun Things To Do In Yokohama Japan

Ueno is a historic and vibrant neighborhood of Tokyo that sits just to the north of the center of the city. Perhaps most famous for… Read More »Where You Should Stay in Ueno: Complete Guide & 16 Best Hotels for First-Time Visitors

When is the best time to visit Japan? When is the best time to visit Tokyo? You have decided you want to visit Japan –… Read More »When is the Best Time to Visit Japan in 2023? Here’s When to Go & How to Dress For the Season