Looking for a quiet, crowd-free day trip from Tokyo? Let me introduce you to Hayama, a peaceful coastal town in Kanagawa Prefecture that’s perfect for slow travel. With serene beaches, cozy cafes, garden paths, and even Mount Fuji views on a clear…
From Tokyo to Nikko: 2-Day Japan Travel Itinerary
Planning a trip to Japan and wondering if Nikko is worth the journey from Tokyo? I asked myself the same thing before hopping on a train for a 2-day solo adventure, and I’m so glad I did. Just two hours…
What to Book Before Your Trip to Japan (+ FREE Japan Travel Checklist)
Planning a trip to Japan, whether it’s your first or fifth time, can be stressful. There are so many different tickets and reservations to make ahead of your trip! But this article is meant to help alleviate some of the…
What to Expect at Tokyo’s Harry Potter Museum — A Complete Guide
Did you know that Tokyo is home to the largest Harry Potter museum in the world? I’m a massive fan of the books and movies (yes, I rewatch all movies during the holiday season 🤓), so this museum was a…
Traveling Japan with Family: Japan Travel Tips + Highlights from Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka & Kobe
This post includes Japan itinerary details and travel guides for the places featured in this Japan travel vlog. Come along with me and my family as we travel across Japan together—from the bustling streets of Tokyo to the peaceful vibes…
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…
Tokyo DisneySea Travel Guide: My Experience + How to Get Tickets
Is DisneySea or Tokyo Disneyland on your list of things you’d like to do in Tokyo? But, you’re not sure you want to add a hectic day of waiting in lines to your Japan itinerary? A trip to DisneySea or…
Japan Souvenir Haul: The Best Finds from My Latest Trip!
This article shares my Japan souvenir haul and provides insights on where to find them in Japan. Are you wondering what the best souvenirs are to get from Japan? I tend to lean towards items that… I’ve been striving to…
A Month in Japan: My Itinerary + Essential Japan Travel Tips
This article is a one-month Japan travel itinerary. After Japan’s borders re-opened to foreigners (after the pandemic) at the end of 2022, I jumped at the chance to spend a month traveling through the country with my dad. We went…
Kyoto, Japan: 4-Day Travel Vlog + Itinerary
Planning a trip to Japan? Kyoto is one of my favorite places to visit in Japan. It has the ability to transport you back in time and is seeping with rich history and culture. I can’t wait to show you…
1-Day Kawagoe, Japan Travel Itinerary (Tokyo Day Trip)
Are you looking for more things to do when you visit Tokyo? Take a day trip to Kawagoe, Japan—a city known as “Little Edo” because of its scenic townscape that will transport you back to feudal Japan. Kawagoe is located…
Top Things to Do in Yokohama (Japan Guide)
This article is filled with my top recommendations of things to do in Yokohama, Japan. Looking for things to add to your Japan itinerary? Yokohama is a port town located about one hour south of Tokyo by train, making it…
