My personal tips and favourite spots to see, shop, and eat in Japan.
Popular tags: Sightseeing | Shopping | Eating
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I usually make sure that the onsen (hot springs) I go to has a private bath. I only like being naked…
Roaming deers. Floating shrine and temple with an eternal flame. Sacred mountains with spectacular sea views... and nowadays the comfort…
Himeji Castle is my favourite castle in Japan. I think it's the most beautiful and grandest looking castle in Japan…
My favourite craft shop in Tokyo is Yuzawaya, in particular their Kamata store which spans three buildings - including one…
Ise Jingu (aka. Ise Grand Shrine) is the most sacred and important Shinto shrine located in Mie, Japan. It's affectionately…
When you think of a floating torii gate, you might picture Miyajima. Hakone has one too, tho not as grand,…
Workman Girl (ワークマン女子) aims to make everyday life a little easier for women. It’s the kind of shop that’s fun…
Pastel's pudding creator made history in Japan with his "nameraka" (velvety) smooth pudding back in 1990's, when Japanese puddings were…
Kyushu has a lot of cool tourist trains to hop on to. Operated by JR Kyushu, they're called "D&S trains"…
My best accommodation in Japan so far has been staying in a temple in Mt Koya. Spacious rooms, beautiful view,…
