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Japan Starts Here

22.12.2024

My Favorite Things to Do in Yonago

Located in Tottori prefecture in the underrated San'in region, Yonago is easy to miss. These things to do in Yonago are can't-miss!

Japan Starts Here

15.12.2024

Is Utsunomiya Worth Visiting?

Most people "visit" Utsunomiya only to change trains en route to Nikko. Here's why you should exit the station.

Japan Starts Here

01.12.2024

Is is Worth Visiting Okinawa in Winter?

Okinawa can be warm all year, but can be cold and rainy, too. Temper your expectations if you plan to visit Okinawa in winter.

Japan Starts Here

24.11.2024

How (and When) to Use Japan's Keihan Line

The Keihan Electric Railway is an underrated and convenient way to travel in Kyoto, as well as between Kyoto and Osaka. Here's how to use it.

Japan Starts Here

22.11.2024

Is Takachiho Gorge Worth It?

Technically in Miyazaki but close to Kumamoto, Takachiho Gorge is more complicated than it should be. But is it worth visiting?

Japan Starts Here

18.10.2024

Should You Fly ANA or JAL on Your Next Trip to Japan?

Which is the best Japanese airline? Both ANA and JAL have their selling points, but the discussion is nuance and rich. Here's my take.

Japan Starts Here

17.10.2024

Should You Fly ANA or JAL on Your Next Trip to Japan?

Which is the best Japanese airline? Both ANA and JAL have their selling points, but the discussion is nuance and rich. Here's my take.

Japan Starts Here

10.10.2024

Plan Your Yonago Itinerary Today

Located in Tottori prefecture in the underrated San'in region, Yonago is easy to miss—my Yonago itinerary ensures you don't.

Japan Starts Here

01.10.2024

Is the Shinkansen's Green Car Worth It?

Want to travel first class on Japan's Shinkansen? Read my post to learn if the Shinkansen Green Car is worth it.

Japan Starts Here

01.10.2024

An Amazing Itinerary for Japan's San'yo Region

Hiroshima, Okayama, Yamaguchi—oh my! Use my San'yo itinerary to plan your trip to exciting southwestern Japan.

Japan Starts Here

01.10.2024

Should You Base Yourself in Kyoto or Nara?

Nara isn't necessarily "better" than Kyoto, as a destination—but it might just make a more tranquil base for your next Kansai trip.

Japan Starts Here

19.09.2024

Can You Visit Ise Jingu Shrine?

Located in Mie prefecture, Ise Jingu is Japan's holiest shrine. There are rumors online that you can't visit Ise Shrine—but are they true?

Japan Starts Here

17.09.2024

Is Obama, Japan Worth Visiting?

Obama Town's main claim to fame is that it shares a name with a president—but it's an incredible destination in its own right.

Japan Starts Here

17.09.2024

Is Katsuo-ji Temple Worth Visiting?

Located north of Osaka, Japan's Katsuo-ji temple is off the beaten path, but doesn't feel like it. Here's how to set the right expectations.

Japan Starts Here

15.09.2024

How to Visit the Snow Wall in the Japanese Alps

Located along the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, the unique snow wall Japan is a must-see if you're in the country between April and June.

Japan Starts Here

12.09.2024

How to Take a Day Trip to the Satsuma Peninsula from Kagoshima

The Satsuma Peninsula is one of the least-visited places in Japan. Here's why you should add it to your bucket list.

Japan Starts Here

12.09.2024

An Honest Review of Delta One on the A350 from DTW-HND

Delta One business class is a competitive—but not cutting-edge—way to travel between the US and Japan. Read the rest of my honest review.

Japan Starts Here

05.09.2024

How to Attend Japan's Awa Odori Festival in 2025

Little-known to foreigners, Awa Odori is perhaps the most famous summer festival among the Japanese. Here's how to attend Awa Odori 2025.

Japan Starts Here

05.09.2024

Should You Visit Tokushima or Takamatsu (or Both)?

The Shikoku cities of Takamatsu and Tokushima are two of my favorites in Japan. Here's which one to visit (if you don't have time for both).

Japan Starts Here

05.09.2024

How to Attend the Akita Kanto Matsuri in 2025

Akita's annual Kanto Matsuri festival is the #1 reason to visit this underrated Japanese prefecture. Here's how (and why) to go in 2025.

Japan Starts Here

05.09.2024

Why I Recommend Staying Overnight in Nara

I've always liked Nara, but it's only when I stayed overnight that I fell in love with Japan's former capital.

Japan Starts Here

05.09.2024

How to Attend the Aomori Nebuta Matsuri in 2025

Aomori's Nebuta Matsuri is one of the most famous festivals in Japan. Here's how (and why) to go to the 2025 Aomori Nebuta Matsuri.

Japan Starts Here

03.09.2024

Plan Your Miyakojima Itinerary Today

Wilder than the main island and more remote than Ishigaki, Miyakojima is the perfect place to go off Okinawa's beaten path.

Japan Starts Here

03.09.2024

The Magic of Japan in August

Japan's summer doesn't have the best reputation among travelers. Here's why to consider visiting Japan in August anyway.

Japan Starts Here

03.09.2024

Is Sendai's Tanabata Matsuri Worth Attending in 2025?

Sendai's Tanabata Matsuri is the least spectacular of Tohoku's "three great festivals." Here's why you might want to visit anyway.

Japan Starts Here

03.09.2024

Should You Visit Yokohama or Kamakura (or Both)?

Yokohama and Kamakura are two of Tokyo's top day trips. Here's how to decide which one to visit (assuming you don't choose both!).

Japan Starts Here

03.09.2024

Is Okinawa (Japan's Hawaii) Better Than the Original?

Japanese tourists have been flocking to Hawaii for decades, which puzzles me: I've always found Okinawa (Japan's own Hawaii) to be superior.

Japan Starts Here

03.09.2024

Where to Watch Fireworks in Japan in 2025

Japan's summer fireworks, or hanabi, are the most spectacular ones in the world. Here are the best places to watch fireworks in Japan.

Japan Starts Here

31.08.2024

How to Visit the 12 Original Castles in Japan

Japan has as many castles as it does sakura trees. Here's how to decide the best castles to visit in Japan, including the 12 "original" ones.

Japan Starts Here

30.08.2024

How (and Why) to Visit Maruoka Castle

Located in Fukui prefecture not far from Kanazawa, Maruoka Castle is easy to miss. Here's why you shouldn't miss it!

Japan Starts Here

16.08.2024

How to Plan a Japan Island Hopping Trip

What are the best islands to visit in Japan, besides the main four? This is the ultimate guide to Japan's offshore islands.

Japan Starts Here

29.07.2024

How (and Why) to Visit Kyoto's Kurama-dera and Kifune-jinja

Located far off Kyoto's tourist trail, Kurama-dera temple and Kifune-jinja shrine can be respites of peace in Japan's #1 tourist trap.

Japan Starts Here

23.07.2024

Your Search for the Best Beaches in Japan Ends Here

In spite of being a country of islands, Japan isn't necessarily known for its beaches. These amazing Japanese beaches buck that trend!

Japan Starts Here

23.07.2024

How to Take a Kawagoe Day Trip from Tokyo

Also known as "Little Edo," Kawagoe is a charming town less than two hours from Tokyo. Here's how to visit Kawagoe on a day trip.

Japan Starts Here

19.07.2024

Where is the Best Place to Experience a Tea Ceremony in Japan?

Tea ceremonies are a quintessential Japan experience, but they're also artificial and touristy. Here's how to decide whether to book one.

Japan Starts Here

19.07.2024

Which Japanese Convenience Store is the Best?

Although I love Lawson, 7-Eleven and FamilyMart, Japan's top convenience stores are not one in the same. Here's how I rank them.

Japan Starts Here

19.07.2024

How to See Geisha in Kyoto

Is it easy to see a Geisha in Kyoto? Spotting one can be simple, but everything else around the topic of Geisha is complicated. Here's why.

Japan Starts Here

13.07.2024

The Ultimate Guide to SIM Cards for Foreigners in Japan

Staying connected is essential in Japan. From eSIM cards to pocket WiFi units, learn all about SIM cards in Japan for foreign travelers.

Japan Starts Here

10.07.2024

Is Ishinomaki Worth Visiting?

A "perfect nice town" almost completely destroyed by the tsunami, Ishinomaki is still a compelling place to visit. Here's what to do there.

Japan Starts Here

10.07.2024

How to Plan Your Jodogahama Beach Itinerary

The star attraction of the Sanriku Coast and one of Japan's most beautiful beaches overall, Jodogahama Beach is a must-visit.

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Japan Starts Here - Travel

My Favorite Things to Do in Yonago

Is Utsunomiya Worth Visiting?

Is is Worth Visiting Okinawa in Winter?

How (and When) to Use Japan's Keihan Line

Is Takachiho Gorge Worth It?

Should You Fly ANA or JAL on Your Next Trip to Japan?

Should You Fly ANA or JAL on Your Next Trip to Japan?

Plan Your Yonago Itinerary Today

Is the Shinkansen's Green Car Worth It?

An Amazing Itinerary for Japan's San'yo Region

Should You Base Yourself in Kyoto or Nara?

Can You Visit Ise Jingu Shrine?

Is Obama, Japan Worth Visiting?

Is Katsuo-ji Temple Worth Visiting?

How to Visit the Snow Wall in the Japanese Alps

How to Take a Day Trip to the Satsuma Peninsula from Kagoshima

An Honest Review of Delta One on the A350 from DTW-HND

How to Attend Japan's Awa Odori Festival in 2025

Should You Visit Tokushima or Takamatsu (or Both)?

How to Attend the Akita Kanto Matsuri in 2025

Why I Recommend Staying Overnight in Nara

How to Attend the Aomori Nebuta Matsuri in 2025

Plan Your Miyakojima Itinerary Today

The Magic of Japan in August

Is Sendai's Tanabata Matsuri Worth Attending in 2025?

Should You Visit Yokohama or Kamakura (or Both)?

Is Okinawa (Japan's Hawaii) Better Than the Original?

Where to Watch Fireworks in Japan in 2025

How to Visit the 12 Original Castles in Japan

How (and Why) to Visit Maruoka Castle

How to Plan a Japan Island Hopping Trip

How (and Why) to Visit Kyoto's Kurama-dera and Kifune-jinja

Your Search for the Best Beaches in Japan Ends Here

How to Take a Kawagoe Day Trip from Tokyo

Where is the Best Place to Experience a Tea Ceremony in Japan?

Which Japanese Convenience Store is the Best?

How to See Geisha in Kyoto

The Ultimate Guide to SIM Cards for Foreigners in Japan

Is Ishinomaki Worth Visiting?

How to Plan Your Jodogahama Beach Itinerary

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