Category: Travel

Perfect Arashiyama Day Trip from Kyoto: Bamboo Grove, Monkeys & Temples
After several busy days exploring Kyoto’s golden temples and bustling streets, I found myself craving somewhere quieter—somewhere with fresh air,…
Mount Fuji Day Trip from Tokyo: The Best Tour for Epic Views & Easy Travel
Seeing Mount Fuji was a huge bucket list moment for me —but I wasn’t sure I’d get lucky. The mountain…
The Best Tokyo Day Trip: Why You’ll Fall in Love with Hakone
Looking for the best day trip from Tokyo that feels like a mini vacation? Let me introduce you to Hakone—a…
Day Trips from Kyoto: Matcha in Uji & Deer + Fire Festival in Nara
Short on time but craving a full day of Japanese culture, nature, and unforgettable experiences? This epic day trip from…
A Perfect Day Trip from Kyoto: Ine Amanohashidate & Miyama
If your looking escape the city, this Day trip from Kyoto tour is perfect! I booked the Ine Funaya, Amanohashidate…
12 Places to Visit in Osaka: A First-Timer’s Guide to Japan’s Most Fun City
For my first trip to Japan, I followed the classic Tokyo–Kyoto–Osaka route, with a few day trips sprinkled in. And…
My Stay at Book and Bed Tokyo and Osaka: Sleeping in a Bookshelf
If you’re the kind of traveler who makes a beeline for every indie bookstore you see, has a TBR list…
Captivating Kamakura Itinerary: How to Spend 1-2 Days on Japan’s Coast
Looking for a peaceful coastal escape from Tokyo? Kamakura might just surprise you. This seaside city in Kanagawa Prefecture—just an…
Koyasan Travel Guide: Best Things to Do & How to Stay at a Buddhist Temple in Japan
Koyasan was one of the most mystical and serene places I’ve ever visited—without a doubt, one of the highlights of…
Matsuda Cherry Blossom Festival: A Dreamy Sakura Day Trip from Tokyo
Springtime in Japan is synonymous with cherry blossoms, and while Tokyo’s parks are beautiful, escaping the city for a more…









