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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?

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Quiz: Should You Move to Japan?

Moving to Japan was one of the best things I’ve ever done. Yes, it hasn’t always been easy, but I wouldn’t change any of it. My inbox is constantly flooded with people asking if they should move to Japan. People just like

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