Ninja Experience: A Day’s Journey to Nindo Mastery in Historic Higashiagatsuma, Gunma
Visit Higashiagatsuma in Gunma and participate in a Ninja Experience where a real Ninja will teach you the ropes.
Green Getaways: Discovering Mt. Haruna’s Vegan Delights and Natural Wonders
Two hours north of Tokyo is Jumonji, an area in Mt. Haruna with rich, fertile soil and excellent vegetables—a delight for vegan travelers.
Silk Express : The new way to travel to Kinugawa Onsen
Find out about why the Silk Express, a new stress-free relaxing bus service, is a great way to visit Kinugawa Onsen, Yunishigawa and Nikko.
A night at Shiroiya Hotel: Creativity, Cuisine & Community
Hidden away in Maebashi City, the Shiroiya Hotel is one of Japan's best-kept secrets. It's more like a 5-star ART experience than a hotel! Read to follow Phoebe's journey staying a night at Shiroiya Hotel.
Minakami Bus Pass: Your Ticket to Gunma’s Natural Wonders
Use the Minakami Bus Pass to explore stunning landscapes, soak in hot springs, and enjoy limitless adventures. Read to find out more and where to buy it.
Ways to Cool Down During The Hot Summer in Japan: 9 Tips and Ideas
Here are 9 effective ways to cool down during the hot summer in Japan and enjoy your visit to the fullest. Find out about unique Japanese cooling products and delicious refreshments!
JR East Pass (Tohoku Area): Exploring Japan from Tokyo to Tohoku
Read about the JR East Pass Tohoku. How to get one, how to use it, and its benefits so you can make the most of your travels in Japan.
The Welcome Suica card – A popular rail card for travelers to Japan
The Welcome Suica Card is a type of Suica card (rail travel card) especially for overseas visitors traveling Japan for less than 28days. Discover more here.
My Suica Card – Your Secure Travel Card by Rail in Japan
Find out about the "My Suica card", if you are traveling to Japan. It's a personalized and secure alternative to the standard Suica card, offering the same seamless tap-and-go train access in Japan.
Why you need a Suica card in Japan
In this article, we'll take a closer look at what a Suica card is. Why you need one, how to get one, how to use it, its benefits, and other uses of the Suica card when traveling in Japan.
Pro Tips – How to experience the Beauty of Sakura near Tokyo
Popular hanami spots in Japan include Ueno Park, Inokashira Park, and Yasukuni Shrine in Tokyo. However, these locations can get very crowded. So if you wanted to go somewhere less crowded, why not visit places nearby Tokyo? Find some ideas here.
Winter Bamboo Illuminations in a Forest! – Visiting Wakayama Farm –
Visit Utsunomiya's Wakayama Farm to experience one-of-a-kind Winter Bamboo Illuminations in a bamboo Forest! (Nov-Feb)
4 Interesting Rainy Season Activities Nearby Tokyo
Don't say no to the rainy season in Japan. Here are 4 interesting rainy season activities to do in Japan where the natural world magically comes to life.
4 Sake Breweries to visit on your next trip to Tokyo
Four family-run authentic sake breweries to visit in Tochigi nearby Tokyo. Visit a sake brewery to get up close to Japanese culture. Start planning a one-in-a-lifetime trip to Japan today.
Visiting Yoshimura Strawberry Park
Want to visit the Japanese countryside? Here's 10 ways to enjoy Mashiko in spring. Pottery making, Strawberry picking, Sake tasting & more! (2h from Tokyo)
Yuki-tsumugi Silk Kimono Experience in Oyama
Learn about the UNESCO heritage Yuki-tsumugi silk and enjoy a kimono experience near JR Oyama Station (only 40min from Tokyo).
10 fun ways to enjoy Mashiko in Spring
Want to visit the Japanese countryside? Here's 10 ways to enjoy Mashiko in spring. Pottery making, Strawberry picking, Sake tasting & more! (2h from Tokyo)
How to get over jet lag when traveling to Japan
A holiday in Japan is the stuff of dreams, but when jet lag strikes you may sleep through your entire trip. Follow these tips to avoid jet lag in Japan.
What is a ryokan ? And why should I try staying at one in Japan?
A ryokan is a great way to see a traditional and local side of your travels through Japan. What is a ryokan? What should you expect? Find out here!
The Sweet Wanderlust’s Tokyo top 10: a first timer’s guide for visiting Tokyo
Visiting Tokyo for the very first time? Food and travel blogger, Brittany Kulick from The Sweet Wanderlust shares her favorite things to do in Tokyo!
