The Ultimate Two-Week Japan Itinerary for Intermediates
For the innately curious and open-minded travellers amongst us, the Golden Route won’t always cut it. Delve deeper into the historical and cultural side of Japan with this two week intermediate itinerary.
The Ultimate Two-Week Japan Itinerary for Intermediates
For the innately curious and open-minded travellers amongst us, the Golden Route won’t always cut it. Delve deeper into the historical and cultural side of Japan with this two week intermediate itinerary.
What Type of Accommodation Should You Book in Japan?
From boutique hotels and ryokans steeped in history to unique architectural Airbnbs and everything in between, it’s easy to get overwhelmed when choosing where to stay.
The Complete Guide to Cherry Blossom in Japan for 2024
Whether you’re looking for sakura-covered city streets, or wild cherry blossoms flanked by historic mountains in the countryside, this guide is your resource for designing the ultimate hanami itinerary.
Escape the City: 6 Easy Day Trips from Tokyo
What most people miss when planning a first time itinerary to Tokyo, is the wealth of day trips on offer on the outskirts of the city.
6 Alternative Experiences for Your Next Trip to Kyoto
Beyond Kyoto’s well-trodden tourist trail lies a city filled with local curiosities, artisans and experiences found nowhere else on earth.
6 Remote Hotels For Your Next Trip to Japan
Japan has so many unique remote hotels; from a traditional farmhouse converted into a design hotel in Toyama, to a luxury escape in the subtropical islands of Okinawa.
The Complete Guide to Hiking the Kumano Kodo, Wakayama
Wander through the ancient pilgrimage trails of the Kumano Kodo, where nature, history and culture combine in the spiritual heartland of Japan.
Introducing the Views from Japan Guidebook: Available Now!
In Views from Japan, I share everything I know so that you can explore Japan in more meaningful ways, and have a truly authentic experience for your next trip.
Two Week Japan Itinerary: The Ultimate Guide for First-Timers
I want to help you experience the best Japan has to offer; a mix of big hitters and niche neighbourhoods, lesser-travelled destinations and unique cultural experiences.
Best Places to Visit in Japan this Autumn (Updated for 2023)
Autumn in Japan is by far my favourite time to travel, with the summer temperatures finally cooling down, and the landscapes across the country being completely transformed.
Fukuoka Travel Guide: Everything You Need for a Trip to Kyushu’s Capital
Street food vendors draw crowds for their famous Hakata ramen, Shinto shrines celebrate modern day artworks, and a samurai mansion opens as ryokan hotel.
6 Design Hotels for Your Next Trip to Kyoto
From luxury ryokans to modern architecture showcases, here are six of my favourite design-focused hotels across Japan’s ever-evolving ancient capital.
Manmade, Naturally: A Month in Hokkaido, Japan
Known for its volcanoes, hot springs and natural landscapes, Japan's second-largest island is unlike any other part of the country.
Download Your FREE Tokyo Neighbourhoods eBook
Kickstart your Tokyo travel plans with my latest snapshot guide, featuring 10 of my favourite Tokyo Neighbourhoods. I’ll take you to some of my favourite hidden corners and offer a more thoughtful, slower way to appreciate Tokyo, away from the usual tourist traps.
From hiking Japan’s greatest ancient pilgrimage trail to getting lost in centuries-old forests and visiting cultural centres filled with art, here are 6 under-the-radar destinations waiting to be explored.