Japan Travel Blog

Small Group Tours with Becki and Shawn

COVID-19 Update

June 22, 2020/by Shawn Weldon
Selfie at Himeji Castle

Cell Phone Etiquette in Japan

Japan has many unwritten social rules, but I believe the most…
January 24, 2020/by Shawn Weldon
Japan Rail Pass 2016

JR Pass Tips

If you're traveling to Japan and you plan on seeing more than…
January 9, 2020/by Shawn Weldon
Fall Leaves at Kinkakuji

2019 Japan Fall Tours

We're back from our 2019 Japan Fall Tours. We had a great time…
November 27, 2019/by Shawn Weldon
Hongo Tei Ramen

What You Need to Know About Dietary Restrictions in Japan

Dietary restrictions in Japan can often make finding something…
August 10, 2019/by Shawn Weldon
Japan Reading List

Japan Reading List

One of the best parts of giving tours of Japan is the excitement…
July 19, 2019/by Becki Benedict
Shinjuku Yakitori Alley

2019 Japan Spring Tours

We are back from our 2019 Japan Spring Tours. We had so much…
July 9, 2019/by Shawn Weldon
Japanese Vending Machine

5 Things You Won’t Find in Japan

Japan is different. Some things will be similar and some will…
February 19, 2019/by Shawn Weldon
Family Mart

5 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Buy at a Japanese Convenience Store

The Japanese convenience store is a businessman’s oasis as…
January 23, 2019/by Shawn Weldon
Cellular Service - Kyoto, Japan

WiFi Internet Access in Japan: A Work in Progress

Even though it's one of the world's most developed countries,…
January 16, 2019/by Shawn Weldon
Lantern with Fall Colors

5 Reasons You Should Visit Japan in the Fall

Japan prides itself on having four distinct seasons. Winter is…
December 19, 2018/by Shawn Weldon
Autumn Leaves in Koya

2018 Japan Fall Tours

We are back from our 2018 Japan Fall Tours. We had a wonderful…
November 29, 2018/by Shawn Weldon

How to Travel Japan Responsibly – Japan Fest Atlanta 2018 Presentation

We had a wonderful presentation on How to Travel Japan Responsibly…
September 20, 2018/by Shawn Weldon
Cost of Travel in Japan

How Much to Budget for Your Trip to Japan

Knowing how much to budget for your trip to Japan can be challenging…
August 21, 2018/by Shawn Weldon
Taxi Stand in Hamamatsu

Is There Tipping in Japan? How and When to Tip in Japan

Exceptional service is always included in the price. So how do…
August 10, 2018/by Shawn Weldon

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Bex and Shawn in Nara

Becki & Shawn
Japan Travel Specialists

Hi, we’re Becki and Shawn! We love Japan and are truly passionate about Japan and Japan travel.

We’ve lived, worked, and traveled in Japan for 20+ years, so we know where to go, what to see, and how to get there. Join us in Japan for an adventure of a lifetime!

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