I can’t recommend highly enough that you visit Hokuriku in autumn.
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How to Visit All of Japan’s Original Castles
Spoiler alert: It will take you many years to visit all of the 12 original castles left in Japan.
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Peak Perfection Atop Mt. Koya
Koyasan in autumn is a revelation
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Autumn in the Japanese Alps
The Japanese Alps in autumn are a revelation, even when considering how brightly they shine in other seasons.
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Fujisan’s Fickle Fall
Seeing Mt Fuji in autumn isn’t necessarily straightforward.
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Tohoku is Astonishing in Autumn
Tohoku in autumn will rock your world, even if you’ve already visited the region in other seasons.
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A Backup for Google Fi in Japan
SIM Local is an effective reinforcement for the generally powerful global roaming that Google Fi offers.
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Fukushima’s Sakura Secret
Hanamiyama was absolutely worth the years I waited to check it off my bucket list.
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Wakayama’s Best Spiritual Sojourn
Although these pilgrimage routes have some things in common, they cater to completely different types of travelers.
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The Amazing Japanese Town You’ve Never Heard Of
This small town in Iwate has been one of my most pleasant Japan travel surprises ever.
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Why You Shouldn’t Skip Enoshima
Is Enoshima island worth visiting?
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Historical Cities in Japan (Besides Kyoto)
There’s no shame in Googling alternatives to Kyoto.
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The Truth About Hakone
Is Hakone worth visiting?
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Why the Shinkansen’s Gran Class Disappointed Me
Join me as I review the bullet train’s highest-end travel experience.
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My Favorite Fill-ins for Hakone
I hope you find my suggestions for alternatives to Hakone useful (and not offensive).
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Should You Use Holafly or Saily to Stay Connected in Japan?
If you’re on the fence about which Japan eSIM to choose, my analysis will help get you off it!
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How to Choose the Best Japan eSIM
These days, dozens of companies offer Japan eSIMs.
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Why Sim Local Beats Saily in Japan
There’s a clear winner among these two eSIM heavy hitters.
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30 More Pictures That Will Make You Want to Visit Japan in Autumn
I shudder when I think of how close I was to forfeiting so many of my eventual triumphs.
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Mie’s Amazing Ama
Whether or not they’re authentic, the ama pearl divers offer one of the most interesting travel experiences anywhere in Japan.
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