Japan Travel Blog

Hikone Castle

Hikone Castle

Hikone Castle is one of only five castles in Japan designated…
May 20, 2022/by Becki Benedict
Seki Japan Sword

Seki Japan

Seki, Japan is a very small town in the countryside of Gifu prefecture,…
May 13, 2022/by Shawn Weldon
Dotonbori Osaka Walk

Dotonbori Osaka Walk

Dotonbori is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Osaka.…
May 5, 2022/by Becki Benedict
Yoshino Cherry Blossoms

Yoshino Cherry Blossoms

Yoshino in Nara Prefecture is one of the best spots to see cherry…
April 25, 2022/by Becki Benedict
Yamazaki River Cherry Blossoms

Yamazaki River Cherry Blossoms

Today, we're going to look at some beautiful cherry blossoms.…
April 8, 2022/by Becki Benedict
What is Sumo Wrestling?

What is Sumo Wrestling in Japan?

Today we are answering the question, “What is sumo wrestling…
April 3, 2022/by Becki Benedict
Tokoname Path

Tokoname

Tokoname is located south of Nagoya city, on the west coast of…
March 18, 2022/by Shawn Weldon
Is There a Lot of Walking in Japan?

Is There a Lot of Walking in Japan?

Today we are answering the question, “Is there a lot of walking…
March 10, 2022/by Becki Benedict
Are Tattoos Allowed in Japan

Are Tattoos Not Allowed in Japan?

Today we are answering the question, “Are tattoos allowed in…
March 1, 2022/by Becki Benedict
Plum Blossom Close-up

Baikasai Kyoto Plum Blossom Festival

The Baikasai Plum Blossom Festival takes place every year on…
February 18, 2022/by Shawn Weldon
When is Cherry Blossom Season in Japan?

When is Cherry Blossom Season in Japan?

Today we are answering the question, “When is cherry blossom…
February 12, 2022/by Becki Benedict
How Much Spending Money in Japan

How Much Spending Money in Japan for 8 Days?

Today we are answering the question, “How much spending money…
January 28, 2022/by Becki Benedict

Wakakusa Yamayaki Festival

On the fourth Saturday in January, the incredible Wakakusa Yamayaki…
January 21, 2022/by Shawn Weldon
Pocket WiFi Japan

Should I Get a Pocket Wi-Fi in Japan?

Today we are talking about whether you should get a pocket Wi-Fi…
January 14, 2022/by Becki Benedict
Best Luggage for Japan

What’s the Best Luggage for Japan?

Today, we are talking about the best luggage for Japan.

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January 6, 2022/by Becki Benedict

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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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