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Hakone vs Kyoto: Which Should You Visit?

This is one of those articles I’ve been waiting to write for a long time. I get to help people decide between two of my favorite places in Japan! Both areas you may consider on your trip to Japan, but out of…

May 9, 2023September 8, 2023
32 mins read
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Can You Travel Japan Without a Plan? Absolutely!

I’ve ridden in more trains, flown on more planes, and walked on more streets in Japan without a plan than I’d care to remember. I love the spontaneity of it all, but is this really the best way to explore the country?…

May 5, 2023September 12, 2023
39 mins read
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10 Ways to Survive Japan Without Japanese

For a lot of people, traveling around Japan without a care in the world is a lifelong dream. Unfortunately, there’s the small issue of the language barrier that makes things a little difficult! So, do you need to learn the language before…

May 3, 2023July 11, 2023
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Tokyo’s Trendiest Neighborhoods: Koenji vs Shimokitazawa

Traveling around and exploring some of the most well-known attractions in Tokyo is a great idea if you’ve never come here before. However, if you’re looking to truly get to grip with what the city has to offer, you’ll want to dive…

April 30, 2023September 20, 2023
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Why are Flights to Japan so Expensive? (and 9 Ways to Get Them Cheaper!)

Other than Shinkansen and Japan’s last sleeper train, flying is probably my transport method of choice. Unfortunately, there was a chunk of time when the cost of getting over here become almost impossible and left many of us (including me) asking the…

April 28, 2023September 2, 2023
27 mins read
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Living in the UK vs Japan: Which is Better?

Living in the UK and Japan both have their unique advantages and disadvantages. As someone who has lived next to Tokyo for a long while, as well as spending extended periods of time in London and its surrounding countryside earlier in my…

April 20, 2023September 3, 2023
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