By the time you finish reading this post, you’ll know Kyoto at least as well as I do.
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Want to Drive Mario Kart in Tokyo? There’s a Catch.
A Tokyo street kart tour may or may not be what you’re expecting.
Continue ReadingHow to Take the Ultimate Japan Postcard Picture
Is Chureito Pagoda worth it?
Continue ReadingKansai’s Most Fabulous Fish Market
Not everyone will have the time or inclination to visit the Akashi Fish Market, but if you do, you won’t leave disappointed.
Continue ReadingRide the Rails Between Tokyo and Osaka
If you’re preparing to take a Tokyo to Osaka train, it’s natural that you’ll have some questions.
Continue ReadingThe Spirit of Kyoto
“Temple fatigue” is a very real phenomenon.
Continue ReadingBattle of the Japanese Capitals
If you’ve never been to either city, comparing Tokyo vs Kyoto might seem futile.
Continue ReadingIs Tokyo Expensive?
It’s a matter of yes-and-no, not yes-or-no.
Continue Reading10 Amazing Japanese Foods That Aren’t Sushi
Culinarily speaking, Japan is as much a land of discovery as it is for culture, history, scenery and all the other reasons we love it.
Continue ReadingThe Most Wonderful Time of the Year (in Osaka)
Visit Japan’s second city to see sakura of the first rate.
Continue ReadingWhere to See Sakura in Tokyo
The Tokyo cherry blossom season comes early—but often unpredictably so.
Continue ReadingKamakura Starts Here
Japan’s ancient capital is a great excursion from its current one.
Continue ReadingThe Dreamiest Day Trips from Kyoto
I’m glad you’re here—and I’m excited to help you get out of town.
Continue ReadingJapan’s Greatest Gardens
You don’t need to be a horticulturist to appreciate the best gardens in Japan.
Continue ReadingHow to Reach Hakone’s Bubbling Baths
Planning a day trip from Tokyo to Hakone?
Continue ReadingWhich Japanese Castle Will You Like Best?
Castles (and castle towns) make great touchstones for any trip to Japan, no matter where in the country you are or how many times you’ve been.
Continue ReadingThe Secret of Gujo Hachiman
Is Gujo Hachiman worth visiting?
Continue ReadingA Trick for Booking Japan’s Best Restaurants
If you do need to make restaurant reservations in Japan, it doesn’t have to be daunting.
Continue ReadingIs Kanazawa or Takayama Better for Travelers?
I’m not sure why so many people mention Kanazawa and Takayama in the same conversation.
Continue ReadingTohoku’s Marvelous Matsuri
Should you visit the Akita Festival or Aomori Festival—or both?
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