Updated August 2026: transport, onsen and event tips re-checked for the coming winter season. If you’re thinking about going to Hakone in winter, I say go for it! We accidentally got to enjoy winter in Hakone during our visit to Japan in November – unexpectedly, it snowed there quite heavily. And you know what, when…
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Updated August 2026: transport tips, tickets and every recommendation in this itinerary were re-checked. Heads up: the JR Pass gets more expensive from October 1, 2026, so buy it before the end of September if your trip is close. If you’re looking for a 10 day Japan itinerary, you’ve come to the right place. We…
Updated August 2026: prices and picks re-checked across all nine dishes. Food alone is an excellent reason to visit Japan. All those mouth-watering teppanyaki, sukiyaki, okonomiyaki and other yaki, as well as ramen, sushi, and so on. Japanese food will tickle your taste buds and make them scream with happiness. Yup, Japan is a gastronomic…
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Updated August 2026: prices and booking tips re-checked. Ryokan stays keep getting more popular, so book the good ones several months ahead. Let’s start by saying that time Ryokan experience is a must while traveling in Japan! It’s a time to enjoy a peaceful atmosphere.Time to be surrounded by beauty.Time to indulge in a relaxing…
Updated August 2026: every product link and app recommendation re-checked; the dead HyperDia app is replaced with what actually works now. Planning your Japan packing list can feel tricky: four distinct seasons, tiny hotel rooms, limited luggage space on trains and a few cultural rules you really don’t want to break. After our own trip…
Updated August 2026: hotel picks, prices and links re-checked, and we added a live price map plus a quick area chooser. Tokyo is massive and choosing where to stay for your first trip can feel overwhelming. Every neighbourhood sounds exciting, hotel rooms are tiny, and you only have a few days to explore. We’ve been…
Updated August 2026: route, prices and transport re-checked, including the discontinued bus day pass. Kyoto = Japan’s ancient capital with 2,000+ temples, UNESCO gardens, and geisha culture. But seeing the best highlights in just 2 days? Totally possible with smart planning! Our tested Kyoto 2-day itinerary (visited 2025) covers 10 must-see spots – from Fushimi…