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Staying on Miyajima: Your guide to an unforgettable overnight experience

Stay overnight on one of Japan's most sacred...

Kyoto Station, Hotels near Kyoto Station

The Top 5 Best Hotels Near Kyoto Station

Find the best stay on your next trip to Kyoto

Capsule Hotels – Are they worth it?

The pros and cons of staying at a capsule hotel

Shirahige Falls, one of the many Off The track Japan destinations

Shirahige Waterfalls

Cascading waterfalls with stunning blue water

Osaka Castle

Iconic landmark in Osaka

Staying connected to the Internet is important while travelling Japan

Staying Connected With a Japan SIM Card

Get connected to Japan's Mobile Network

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Arakurayama Sengen Park

Iconic view of Mt.Fuji

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Whether it's finding out where to put your luggage, or staying connected to the Internet, We have numerous articles offering practical travel tips to help make your trip to Japan smooth and easy.
Travel Tips

Find your Interests in Japan

Kinkaku ji , or the Golden Temple, is a premier destination in Kyoto.

Temples

Discover Japan's Most Popular Temples

The Hep Five Ferris Wheel in Osaka Prefecture

Amusement & Entertainment

Explore Japan's fun side

Ramen is one of the most famous Japanese noodle dishes, characterised by thin wheat noodles served in a savoury broth.

Japanese Food

The foods and flavours of Japan

Fushimi inari Shrine

Shrines

Explore Japan's famous Shinto shrines.

Kumamoto Castle in Kumamoto Prefecture

Castles

Explore Japan's feudal past

Aquariums

Explore Japan's world renowned aquarium

One of the the many stone lanterns at Kenroku-en garden, with a calm lake in the background, Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture

Gardens & Parks

Japan's stunning gardens and parks

One of the visually striking Nebuta floats at the Nebuta Museum Wa Rasse in Aomori Prefecture, one of the premier things to see and do in Aomori Prefecture.

Museums

Explore Japan's history and culture

Shiraito falls, Shizouka Prefecture

Outdoor Attractions

Explore the beauty of Japan

Ramen is one of the most famous Japanese noodle dishes, characterised by thin wheat noodles served in a savoury broth.

Japanese Food

Kumamoto Castle in Kumamoto Prefecture

Castles

Kitanomaru Park is a popular cherry blossom spot, and is a great family friendly destination

Family Friendly Attractions

Fushimi inari Shrine

Shrines

One of the the many stone lanterns at Kenroku-en garden, with a calm lake in the background, Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture

Gardens & Parks

The Hep Five Ferris Wheel in Osaka Prefecture

Amusement & Entertainment

One of the visually striking Nebuta floats at the Nebuta Museum Wa Rasse in Aomori Prefecture, one of the premier things to see and do in Aomori Prefecture.

Museums

Kinkaku ji , or the Golden Temple, is a premier destination in Kyoto.

Temples

Shiraito falls, Shizouka Prefecture

Outdoor Attractions

Japan Travel Tips, News & Articles

Onsen Etiquette

Onsen Etiquette

The basics of Japanese Onsen Etiquette

While Shinkansen (bullet train) with a blue stripe on the side at a train platform. Train Etiquette.

Train Etiquette

Manners for taking the trains in Japan

Types of Accommodation in Japan

Your guide to the different types of hotels in Japan

Tokyo Treat Review, Harajuku Box laid out

TokyoTreat – Japan Delivered To Your Door

Japan delivered to your door

Lake Ashinoko, which surrounds Hakone, with Hakone Shrine floating on the shore, Mount Fuji in the background, Kanagawa Prefecture. It is one of the top 5 things to do in Hakone

Top 5 Things to do in Hakone

Explore the best of Hakone

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