The Ultimate Mount Fuji Day Trip: A Journey from Tokyo

Best places to visit in Japan: Lake Kawaguchi

If you’re planning a visit to Japan and seeking an awe-inspiring day trip, you absolutely must include a journey to Mount Fuji. This iconic volcano is not only revered as a national symbol but also offers an unforgettable experience with its breathtaking vistas and rich cultural heritage. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore everything you […]

The Ultimate 2 Weeks Japan Itinerary: Everything You Need to Know

2 Week Japan Itinerary

Are you planning a 2-week trip to Japan and looking for the best itinerary? You’ve come to the right place! In this post, I will share with you the ultimate 2 weeks Japan itinerary that covers all the must-see attractions and lets you experience the rich and diverse culture of Japan. How to Save Money […]

Where to buy the Japan Rail Pass

Shinkansen or bullet train in Japan

Are you dreaming of exploring Japan and seeing its amazing sights? Do you want to travel around the country without breaking the bank? If you answered yes, then you need to get the JR Rail Pass! The JR Rail Pass is your ticket to unlimited travel on all JR-operated trains, buses, ferries, and airport transfers. […]

25 Top things to do in Tokyo if you are a first-time visitor

25 Top things to do in Tokyo

Tokyo has a myriad of activities to do for a first-time visitor. Plan your Tokyo itinerary with this list of top things to do in Tokyo. 25 Top Things to do in Tokyo on your first visit 1. Get a bird’s-eye view of Tokyo at Tokyo Tower Tokyo tower is a must-do activity when you […]

Ueno Park Tokyo – An Exploration Of Japanese Street Food

Street Food in Ueno Park Tokyo - Crab Skewers

Ueno Park is well-known for its rows of cherry blossom trees which turn the entire park into a canopy of white and pink petals during the Sakura season. I visited Ueno park in peak cherry blossom season and truly it’s one of the most beautiful scenes to behold despite the crowd. Sakura-Hanami, a tradition of […]

Top 5 things to eat and shop at Takeshita Street in Harajuku, Tokyo

Things to do in Tokyo - Takeshita Street

Takeshita Street in Harajuku, Tokyo is lauded as the street where new Indie fashion trends originate and flourish, a place for teenagers to showcase their rebellious streak and a street of tasty snacks and delights. When I visited Takeshita street, I found this to be absolutely true! If you are planning a visit, check out […]

My Maid Cafe Experience In Akihabara, Tokyo

Picture shows two icecreams each made to look like a cute animal

Japan is one of my favorite places to visit in the world. What I love about Japan, apart from fast trains and culture, is its quirkiness. For example, it’s not at all strange in Japan to find people dressed up as their favorite Manga characters or people dressed up in Lolita Style, a style inspired […]

Tokyo To Kumano Kodo – Kumano Nachi Taisha

Kumano Nachi Taisha - A day trip from Tokyo

Brief Summary of the Route: Tokyo to Kumano Kodo Take the Shinkansen from Tokyo to Nagoya. Then, take JR Limited Nanki Express from Nagoya to Kii-Katsuura. Click here for a more details. Osaka to Kumano Kodo Take JR Kuroshio from Shin-Osaka or Tennoji Station to Kii-Kaatsura. click here for more details. Kumano Nachi Taisha Kumano […]

Lolita Fashion – A Look Into Japan’s Kawaii Trend

Lolita style is a fashion genre which is popular in Japan. Find out more about this genre and where you can buy Lolita clothes in Tokyo.

The word “Lolita” for most people conjures up images of the infamous book Lolita by Vladimir Nabokov and the movie based on it. In Japan however, the term Lolita Fashion has nothing to do with this novel. It’s rather a fashion trend where the clothes resemble the outfits used for dolls in the Victorian Era. […]