Japan is one of those destinations that can swing wildly from affordable to eye-wateringly expensive, depending entirely on how you choose to travel. One day, you could be sipping $1.50 vending machine coffee in a local park,…
If you’re planning your first trip to Japan and wondering how to fit Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and everything in between into just under two weeks, you’re not alone. I’ve crafted this 13 days in Japan itinerary to…
If you’re planning your first trip to Kyoto, let me make one thing clear: it’s not just temples and quiet gardens. Kyoto is layered. It’s touristy in ways that Tokyo never is, deeply traditional without being stuck…
If you think Kyoto is only temples and tradition, you’re technically not wrong, but you’re also not seeing the full picture. Kyoto is layered. On the surface, it’s all quiet shrines and delicate architecture. But hang around…
Deciding where to stay in Kyoto is more strategic than spontaneous. Unlike compact Osaka or hyper-connected Tokyo, Kyoto’s charm is spread out, and that means your base will dramatically shape your experience. This former imperial capital offers…
Trying to decide between Osaka and Kyoto? You’re not alone. These two cities are staples in nearly every Japan travel itinerary, and for good reason. But here’s the thing: they might be close in geography, yet they’re…