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Japan Starts Here
07.10.2025
Located off the beaten path in Tokushima prefecture, Udatsu is far from a tourist destination—but it's still worth visiting.
Kawagoe, known as "Little Edo," is a popular day trip from Tokyo. Here's how to get there—and how to transcend the typical tourist experience.
Known alternately as "higanbana" and "manjushage," Japan's red spider lilies are one of the country's most compelling seasonal flowers.
26.09.2025
The Mt. Shiude viewpoint pairs cherry blossoms with stunning views of the Seto Inland Sea. Here's how—and why—to plan a trip there.
Inuyama Castle is technically Japan's oldest castle, but is often an afterthought nonetheless. Here's why you should make sure you visit.
24.09.2025
Located in the heart of Gunma prefecture (which is itself underrated), Tatebayashi is one of the most hidden of Japan's hidden gems.
19.09.2025
The Kintetsu Railway is a useful way to explore Japan's Kansai region, but one a lot of travelers skip. Here's why you shouldn't.
11.09.2025
Traditional wisdom suggests that Higashiyama is the best and most important district of Kyoto. But what about Arashiyama?
In general, you never tip in Japan. There are a few exceptions, however, though even these are not universally agreed-upon.
Matsumoto and Takayama are both popular bases for exploring the Japanese Alps. Here's why I give one of these cities the edge.
06.09.2025
Wondering where you can find the best observation deck in Tokyo? Spoiler alert: It's not Tokyo Skytree, nor from Tokyo Tower either!
05.09.2025
For better or for worse, Osaka is an afterthought for many travelers. Here's how to see Osaka on a day trip from Kyoto.
Bummed out about anti-tourism moves at the Kawaguchiko Lawson store? Don't be. Here are some other options!
Want to visit Kyoto, but don't have time to stay overnight? Here's how to see the best of Kyoto in just one day from Osaka.
Want to stay in a Buddhist temple on your trip to Japan? Read about options for doing so, as well as how much it costs.
Matsumoto and Nagano are the two largest cities in the Japanese Alps. Here's to decide which of them is the best place to stay.
02.09.2025
Are there actually koi in drains in some cities in Japan? Here's the truth about this viral internet rumor.
Shikoku's Kotohira Shrine is one of the most compelling places in Japan. Even better? You can go there on a day trip from Takamatsu.
Curious about ANA The Room business class? Read my review of "The Room," which also includes which routes have the new seats.
Searching for a Masumoto itinerary? Let me help you plan it out, including how many days in Matsumoto you need to spend.
27.08.2025
Before I tell you if Japan's Naruto Whirlpools are worth visiting, I'll answer a more fundamental question: Are they really even "whirlpools"?
25.08.2025
Known as one of Japan's "three great gardens," Kanazawa's Kenroku-en has a reputation that precedes it. Here's the reality of visiting.
ANA operates some of the best premium cabins in the world. But is first class worth the splurge over business?
Both first class and business class are absolutely fantastic on JAL. But if you have to choose between them, here's how to decide.
Japan's All Nippon Airways (ANA) consistently ranks as one of the best airlines in the world. But does ANA actually live up to the hype?
Located off the northern tip of Hokkaido, Rishiri and Rebun are two of Japan's most remote islands. Here's how to differentiate them.
Headed to Wakkanai in Japan's far north? Use my Wakkanai itinerary to plan your trip, including things to do in Wakkanai.
Looking for a Rebun itinerary, or just want to know some things to do in Rebun? Discover this far-flung Japanese island today.
Which is the best Japanese airline? Both ANA and JAL have their selling points, but the discussion is nuanced and rich. Here's my take.
Rishiri is one of Japan's most remote islands, but that doesn't mean there's nothing to do. Plan your Rishiri itinerary here!
08.08.2025
Japan has no shortage of superlative airline cabins. But the experience in first class onboard JAL's new A350-1000 is something else entirely.
ANA's "The Suite" first class was revolutionary when it debuted in 2019. Here's how it's holding up more than half a decade later.
ANA's "The Suite" and JAL's new A350-1000 sky apartment are Japan's most exclusive first class products. Both excel, but one clearly wins.
Thousands of people fly business class to Japan every day. But is the extra extravagance of first class worth the expense?
Hot, humid July can be a surprisingly unpleasant month to visit Japan. But I've got a unique way to beat the Japanese heat.
01.08.2025
Want to eat a meal (or just a snack) at Fukuoka's yatai food stalls? Read this article to learn more about your options.
30.07.2025
It's easy (and, for Americans and Europeans, relatively quick—and jet lag free!) to travel between Australia and Japan. Here's how!
08.07.2025
It might surprise you to learn that the best Matcha farms in Japan are located less than an hour from Kyoto. Plan your visit today.
27.06.2025
Want to watch Noh in Japan? While Niigata prefecture's Sado Island is the most scenic place to see a performance, there are other options.
Yamagata is overlooked, even within the context of the broader Tohoku region. Here's why you shouldn't miss it.