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: 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…
Updated August 2026: ticket prices and opening hours for both towers re-checked against the official pages. When exploring Tokyo’s iconic skyline, two structures stand out: Tokyo Skytree and Tokyo Tower. Both are remarkable in their own right, attracting millions of visitors each year. In this guide, we’ll compare the two towers, highlight their unique features,…
Updated August 2026: all 13 places re-checked, plus reservation tips and what a food day really costs. Kyoto is famous for its mix of traditional and modern flavours, offering a wide range of eating experiences that capture the spirit of Japanese cuisine. This guide shows you where to eat in Kyoto, and introduces the 13…
Updated August 2026: locations, timings and photography rules re-checked, including the Gion photo restrictions. If you’re looking for Instagrammable places in Kyoto, Japan, I’ve got you covered. Of course, this list contains the most popular places such as Fushimi Inari, Kiyomizu dera, Philosopher’s Path, Arashiyama, Gion, and Kinkaku-ji. But I’ve added some of the more…