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Tokyo is one of the most captivating cities in the world, and one of my favourites. I spent a week in Tokyo on my first visit, but I know a lot of travellers to Japan normally have 3 or so days to spend in the city. With that in mind I’ve written this 3 Day Tokyo Itinerary based on the highlights of my trip, a few famous … Continue reading Itinerary: 3 Days in Tokyo (2025)
Tokyo is the biggest city in the world, so it makes sense to break the city into smaller regions to get the most out of your time. Northern Tokyo is a beautiful and historic part of the city, which includes Tokyo’s old town, Yanaka, and is a totally different and more tranquil experience than visiting Shibuya and Shinjuku. I think visiting Northern Tokyo is a … Continue reading Itinerary: One Day in Northern Tokyo
For our second trip to Japan, 10 days in Japan was the perfect amount of time to discover so much more of the country. We spent 10 days in Osaka, Kyoto, Hiroshima and Miyajima, which were jam-packed with iconic Japanese sights, cities and experiences. This itinerary for 10 days in Japan includes some of the most beautiful temples in Kyoto, four Japanese castles & palaces … Continue reading 10 Days in Japan Itinerary: Osaka, Kyoto, Hiroshima & Miyajima
Osaka is one of the most exciting cities in Japan, and also one of the largest – which can make deciding where to stay in Osaka for first time visitors, a bit daunting! Osaka has several large districts, but there are multiple names used for some areas. The best areas to stay in Osaka for first time visitors are Namba (Minami), Honmachi or Kita (Umeda). … Continue reading Where to stay in Osaka: Namba, Kita (Umeda) or Honmachi? Osaka Area & Hotel Guide
Golden Gai & Piss Alley are two drinking & dining precincts in Shinjuku, that are unlike anywhere else in Tokyo. The two precincts date back to post-war Japan, and were filled with illegal drinking dens and brothels between the 1940s-1960s. Tucked away in the backstreets, not far from the bright lights and skyscrapers of central Shinjuku, Golden Gai & Piss Alley feel a world away from … Continue reading Golden Gai & Piss Alley: Dinner & Drinks in Shinjuku, Tokyo
Osaka is one of the most exciting cities in Japan, with a reputation for being unpretentious, a little bit rowdy and completely food-obsessed. Below is my itinerary for 2 days in Osaka, based on our own trip to Osaka at the start of our 10-day trip to Japan. This itinerary includes a half-day trip to the magnificent Himeji Castle, which is an easy day trip … Continue reading 2 Days in Osaka: Itinerary + Himeji Castle Day Trip
Visiting the Kuromon Market (Kuromon Ichiba) is one of the best things to do in Osaka, and one of the oldest markets in Japan. Osaka is renowned for being one of the most food-obsessed cities in Japan, so the Kuromon Market is one of the best places to embrace the city’s dynamic and mouthwatering food scene. The Kuromon Market was truly one of the highlights … Continue reading The Kuromon Market, Osaka : 8 Best Things to Eat & When To Visit (2025)
Whether you’re visiting Tokyo for the first time, returning or visiting for cherry blossom season, you’ll be spoilt for choice for the best things to do in Tokyo. Tokyo is the biggest city in the world, and is like five cities joined together, with a dizzying array of things to discover. I spent a week in Tokyo, and loved having so much time to explore … Continue reading 20 of The Absolute Best Things to Do in Tokyo
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Tokyo is one of the biggest cities in the world, so I wanted to spend more than a few days on my first visit to the capital of Japan. This itinerary for one week in Tokyo is based on our own trip, sharing the best things to see, do & eat in Tokyo for first time visitors. Our itinerary for one week in Tokyo includes … Continue reading Itinerary: One Week in Tokyo
Senso-Ji Temple is one of the most magnificent Buddhist temples in Tokyo. Located in the historic Asakusa district, Senso-Ji is the oldest established temple in Tokyo, originally built in the 7th century. It was destroyed by air raids during WWII and has since been rebuilt faithfully to the original. When visiting Senso-Ji, make time to explore Nakamise Dori, a shopping street lined with small shops … Continue reading Visiting Tokyo’s Senso-Ji Temple