Buying a SIM card in Japan is now not only possible, but relatively straightforward.
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Hokuriku Starts Here
Of all the regions of Japan, Hokuriku is the one for which my fondness has most increased over the years.
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Sendai Starts Here
Is Sendai worth visiting?
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Aso Starts Here
It took me two trips to see Mt. Aso for what it is.
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The Tokyo Underground, De-mystified
Nearly 9 million people travel through the Tokyo underground system every day, many of whom are literal schoolchildren.
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The Truth About Solo Travel in Japan
Think traveling in Japan alone isn’t for you? Think again.
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Morioka Starts Here
Morioka has always been a slightly hard nut to crack.
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24 Places to Go in Japan in 2024
2024 will be the best year—ever—to visit Japan.
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The Truth About the Ghibli Museum
Seeing the work of Hayao Miyazaki and company brought to life within the magical museum was something of a conversion experience for me.
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Why Sakuraco Beats Bokksu
The Bokksu vs Sakuraco comparison isn’t much of a competition.
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Where to See Mt. Fuji
Allow me to start this post by pouring cold water all over you.
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Tsukiji, Whokiji?
I hope my round-up of the best fish markets in Japan inspires you to go off Japan’s beaten path.
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Japan’s Answer to Global Entry
If you can jump through the hoops of enrolling in the Japan Trusted Traveler program, entering Japan will become a great deal less painful.
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Why Sapporo Takes Time
Decide how many days in Sapporo you should spend.
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30 Pictures That Will Make You Want to Visit Hokkaido
In order to appreciate Hokkaido for what it is, you have to let go of what it isn’t.
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Hamamatsu at Long Last
Is Hamamatsu worth visiting?
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Hokkaido in All its Colors
The island is arguably at its most appealing when it’s decked out in hues of blazing red, orange and yellow.
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Autumn in Reverse
Hate, if you sit with it through enough seasons, will almost always eventually metamorphosize into something approaching love.
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Kyoto’s Stunning Seaside
It’s easy to travel from Kyoto to Ine Fishing Village, though not necessarily fast.
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The Shinkansen’s Disappearing Food Service
Is there food on the Shinkansen?
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