5 Things You Won’t Find in Japan
Japan is different. Some things will be similar and some will not. Here’s a short list of 5 things you won’t find in Japan. Read more
5 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Buy at a Japanese Convenience Store
/in Practical Tips /by Shawn WeldonThe Japanese convenience store is a businessman’s oasis as he navigates his daily commute through a concrete jungle. Called a konbini in Japanese, these meccas of sugary snacks and drinks appear to be on almost every corner and down every alley. Read more
WiFi Internet Access in Japan: A Work in Progress
/in Practical Tips /by Shawn WeldonEven though it’s one of the world’s most developed countries, free WiFi internet access in Japan is still very much a work in progress. They have a great internet infrastructure for people that live there, but as a visitor your options can seem limited. Read more
What to do with Your Luggage on a Japanese Train
/in Practical Tips /by Shawn WeldonWhether you’re traveling to Japan for business or pleasure, you’ll eventually need to know what to do with your luggage on a Japanese train. Some travelers feel a tinge of frustration when they rush to board and then don’t know what to do with their bags. Read more
5 Reasons You Should Visit Japan in the Fall
/in Practical Tips /by Shawn WeldonJapan prides itself on having four distinct seasons. Winter is dry and unforgivably cold. Summer is wet and Louisiana Bayou hot. Japan’s spring is world renowned for its brilliant pink and white cherry blossoms and temperate weather. However, fall may be one of Japan’s best kept secrets. Read more
How to Travel Japan Responsibly – Japan Fest Atlanta 2018 Presentation
/in Practical Tips /by Shawn WeldonWe had a wonderful presentation on How to Travel Japan Responsibly at this year’s Atlanta Japan Fest. We met some great people and enjoyed sharing our knowledge about Japan with everyone.
How Much to Budget for Your Trip to Japan
/in Practical Tips /by Shawn WeldonKnowing how much to budget for your trip to Japan can be challenging if you don’t know anything about the country. Most people I run into ask if Japan is expensive, and they are always surprised by my answer. Read more
Is There Tipping in Japan? How and When to Tip in Japan
/in Practical Tips /by Shawn WeldonExceptional service is always included in the price. So how do you know when to tip in Japan? It’s actually quite easy, you don’t! Read more
7 Things You Should Know Before Riding a Train in Japan
/in Practical Tips /by Shawn WeldonThese are the seven things you should know before riding a train in Japan. The Japanese are very conscious of how their behavior affects the people around them. There seems to be a set of unwritten rules that almost everyone in society follows when it comes to public behavior. As a visitor to Japan, it’s beneficial to know these rules in advance before getting on your first train. Read more
What to Expect From a Japanese Pharmacy
/in Practical Tips /by Shawn WeldonJapan is very strict about over the counter drugs, so many of the North American brands don’t make it onto Japanese pharmacy shelves. Japan has different brands, and more often than not, different active ingredients. Read more
About
Becki and 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!
