This Japan itinerary offers solo travelers an easy day trip from Tokyo to Karuizawa. Whenever I visit Tokyo, I always leave a day or two in my itinerary to take a few day trips outside the busy city. Karuizawa is…
Solo Tokyo Day Itinerary: A Slow, Off-the-Beaten-Path Day in Asakusa & Sumida
This Japan itinerary offers solo travelers a peaceful, unhurried day exploring Tokyo. Asakusa and Sumida are Tokyo neighborhoods perfect for wandering without a strict plan. While Asakusa is often known for its busy streets and Sensoji crowds, just a short…
How to Spend Half a Day in Asakusa (Itinerary + Things to do)
Discover the best half-day itinerary in Asakusa: a perfect blend of Japanese culture and charm. This Japan travel itinerary will give you a taste of what the area is known for without feeling rushed. It includes Tokyo’s oldest (and most…
How to Travel with Oversized Luggage on Japan’s Bullet Train (Shinkansen)
Do you need to purchase special oversized luggage seats for the Shinkansen (bullet train)? If so, how can you do so, and what are the best seats to reserve? When do you need to purchase “oversized baggage” seats? I always…
Japan Rail Pass (JR Pass): What is it? How and Where to Buy
A Japan Rail Pass (or JR Pass) is a multi-use ticket that allows you to ride unlimited times during a specific period on all major JR trains. Tickets are valid for seven, fourteen, or twenty-one days. This can save you…
1-Day Spring Tokyo Itinerary: Nezu Shrine Azalea Garden & Ueno Park
This is a blog post about how to spend a day in Tokyo during the spring. Are you visiting Tokyo during the spring? Don’t miss the Nezu Shrine Azaleas in full bloom! The Nezu Shrine Azalea Garden Festival is held…
