Experiencing a Traditional Tea Ceremony in Kyoto: An Honest Review
After six trips to Japan, I finally ticked off a long-standing bucket list item: attending a traditional tea ceremony in Kyoto. I’m not sure why it took me so long. …
What I Learnt When Buying a Knife in Japan: Tips from a Travel Blogger
My husband and I have always toyed with the idea of buying a kitchen knife in Japan. However, it wasn’t until our SIXTH trip to Japan in 2025 that we …
Minoh Park: A Peaceful, Underrated Day Trip from Osaka
If you’re craving a peaceful nature escape away from the buzz of Osaka, Minoh Park makes for a perfect day trip – one that’s easy, scenic and surprisingly under the …
How to Visit Katsuoji Temple on a Day Trip from Osaka
It was my fourth time in Osaka (and sixth time in Japan!), and for this trip, I was keen to explore more of the sights beyond the city’s sprawling metropolis. …
The Perfect 3 Day Kyoto Itinerary: How to Avoid the Crowds
When visiting Kyoto, the cultural capital of Japan, the contrast from the neon skyscraper cities of Tokyo and Osaka couldn’t be more obvious. Kyoto has retained its old-world charm, teeming …
Is Japan Expensive? My EXACT Japan Trip Cost Breakdown Revealed
I spent an unforgettable month in Japan during the cherry blossom season in April 2023. This was my fifth trip to Japan in the last decade, however, most of those …
How to Plan a Trip to Japan: Ultimate Japan Travel Guide
When I first stepped foot in Japan in 2013, little did I know that it would ignite a new passion and spark a burning wanderlust, leading me to return to …
The Ultimate Japan Bucket List: 35+ Unmissable Experiences
I left my corporate career after a decade in finance to become a full-time travel blogger. And, guess what? Japan is the country that made me fall in love with …