Today we’re escaping the Osaka crowds by taking a scenic train ride out to a place where you can see Japanese female pearl divers—Mikimoto Pearl Island. It makes for a great day trip from Osaka, and this post will give…
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…
4-Day Japan Travel Itinerary: Kyoto & Nara
Are you planning a trip to Japan? This YouTube video provides a four-day Japan travel itinerary that includes time in both Kyoto and Nara. We’ll spend the next four days exploring some of Kyoto’s best attractions. Plus, we will make a day…
Enoshima Electric Railway: Scenic Sightseeing Train Adventure Near Tokyo
I love train spotting in Japan! So, when I discovered the train line I saw on Instagram was located only an hour away from Tokyo, in a charming seaside coastal town, I jumped at the chance to visit the area!…
I visited a cat train station in Japan’s countryside. Here’s how you can, too.
Is there a train station run by a cat in Japan? Yes. Yes, there is (although the stationmaster seemed to be sleeping on the job when I visited, lol). This post focuses on how to ride the cat-themed Tamaden train…
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…
