Japan Travel Blog

Is it worth Getting a Japan Rail Pass

Is it worth Getting a JR Rail Pass?

We recently got a question asking if the JR Rail Pass was worth…
December 17, 2021/by Becki Benedict
Packing Light

Luggage Free Travel Japan

Is Luggage Free Travel in Japan Possible?
Yes, luggage free…
November 24, 2021/by Shawn Weldon
Stop COVID-19

COVID-19 Update #6

November 10, 2021/by Becki Benedict
Bowing in Japan

Bowing in Japan

Bowing in Japan is quite well-known, and having a good understanding…
September 15, 2021/by Shawn Weldon
Measures against Infectious Diseases

COVID-19 Update #5

August 20, 2021/by Shawn Weldon
Japan Coughing Manners

COVID-19 Update #4

May 7, 2021/by Shawn Weldon
Hiroshima Miyajima One Day

Is It Possible to Do Hiroshima and Miyajima in One Day?

We recently got a question asking if it was possible to do both…
March 4, 2021/by Becki Benedict
Bokksu Japanese snack box 1

Best Monthly Japanese Snack Box

The Bokksu Japanese snack box brings you delicious specialty…
February 24, 2021/by Shawn Weldon
Should I Visit Japan in May or October?

Should I Visit Japan in May or October?

May and October are some of the best months to travel to Japan.…
February 18, 2021/by Becki Benedict
JAL COVID-19 Cover

JAL Covid-19 Cover for Japan Airlines Passengers

Japan Airlines (JAL) is offering a COVID-19 coverage plan for…
February 16, 2021/by Shawn Weldon

COVID-19 Update #3

February 9, 2021/by Shawn Weldon
Zao Snow Monsters

Zao Snow Monster Festival

The Zao Snow Monster Festival is a natural event that occurs…
February 2, 2021/by Shawn Weldon
Japan Local Train

Japan Train Travel: A Train is a Train, Right?

The most common issue we come across with travelers visiting…
January 25, 2021/by Shawn Weldon

COVID-19 Update #2

November 27, 2020/by Becki Benedict
7 Foods You Must Try While in Japan - Takoyaki in Osaka

7 Foods You Must Try While in Japan

This is a short list of favorite foods and foods you must try…
July 30, 2020/by Shawn Weldon

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