Updated August 2026: prices, transport and entry tips re-checked, including the JR Pass increase coming in October 2026. If it’s going to be your first time in Japan, get ready for quite the culture shock. Japan – a place of immense beauty and incredible culture. Where the newest advancements in technology meet centuries-old traditions. It’s…
Updated August 2026: all 13 ryokan re-checked for availability and prices, plus a live price map. Staying in a ryokan in Hakone with private onsen was one of the best experiences we had in Japan. There’s subtle luxury, traditional Japanese hospitality and culture, incredibly tasty food (kaiseki is something else when you’re in a ryokan)……
Updated August 2026: fares, the Freepass price and ropeway status re-checked, plus a cost breakdown and a live map of stays. If you’re thinking of doing a one-day trip to Hakone, this Fuji Hakone pass itinerary – also known as the Hakone circuit or Hakone loop – is exactly what you’re looking for. We have…
Updated August 2026: hotel picks and prices re-checked, plus a live price map, a quick area chooser and current transport tips. Kyoto is one of Japan’s most beautiful cities, packed with temples, gardens, and historic sites spread across a huge area. Choosing where to stay in Kyoto can be tricky for first-timers, especially when deciding on…
Updated August 2026: hotel picks re-checked, and we added a quick decision guide plus answers to the most common questions. It’s a bit easier to figure out where to stay in Hiroshima than it is in other places in Japan. But still, not easy enough, I’d say. There are still quite a few neighbourhoods to…
Updated August 2026: route, prices and transport tips re-checked, plus a new budget breakdown for the two days. Tokyo squeezes ancient temples, neon skyscrapers, anime arcades and tiny back‑alley bars into one gigantic city. With only two days it can feel impossible to choose what to see – but with a smart route you can…
Updated August 2026: crowds, fee calendar and month-by-month picks re-checked. Well, any time honestly the best time to visit Venice. We’ve been there in April and in November, as spring and autumn should be when there are the least crowds. Honestly, April was better because the weather was much nicer. Since Venice is one of…
Updated August 2026: rules re-checked, including the current reality around tattoos and onsen. Well, in a word you should dress conservatively while in Japan, or at least smart casual. But there are many other rules you should follow while being in Japan. So sit down, and get ready for our article about how to dress…
Updated August 2026: every stay re-checked, plus a live price map and current ferry tips. Miyajima – the little island in the Seto Inland Sea of Hiroshima that is full of romance, temples, and deer. It’s believed to be the place where god dwells. In this article, we want to answer your question about where…
Updated August 2026: rules re-checked, and we added answers to the questions readers ask us most often. Heading to Japan? Well, there’s something super important you should know before you dive into the amazing food there: how to use chopsticks properly. It’s not just about not looking awkward at the dinner table; it’s actually a…