Visiting Japan was definitely a worthwhile experience with lots of lessons-learned – my takeaways. Included here are the things we miss most.
How we booked a trip to Bali for free (using points)
Here’s what I did to book this trip to Bali for free using points. I’ll show you my methodology.
Tokyo MariCAR – our Go Karting experience in Japan
Driving in Tokyo never came to mind. But we did. This was our MariCAR Go Karting experience in Japan!
Japanese Efficiency: Two Lost and Found Tales
Oh, Japan! Why do you have to be so efficient? Here are two tales of two lost items! One of them is a major travel document – a passport!
How we booked 3 free nights in a hostel in Tokyo
We took a leap of faith and stayed in a hotel with six pods or cubes. Of course, we stayed here for free. I’ll show you how.
All things Kyoto
Kyoto explored from Nishiki Market, Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, to fluffy pancakes at Cafe Fleur.
Kyoto Days: Walking through historical Ninenzaka
A visit to Kyoto is not complete without visiting historical Ninenzaka.
Embracing Kyoto: Fushimi Inari Shrine
If I had a Japan bucket list, then it was about visiting Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto. We got to walk through a path, a tunnel-like experience through the Torii Gate.
Visiting Nara – a perfect day trip from Kyoto
A late afternoon spent in Nara was well worth it. A perfect time for a stroll, watch the deers, and enjoy the sunset with the family.
AirBNB in Kyoto for 19? No problem!
An AirBNB in Kyoto for 19 guests? Sure, why not! This is where we stayed for 3 nights. It was perfect for our big group!
All things Osaka – delicious and colorful
All things that were colorful and flavorful – that’s Osaka! I added a couple of slideshows that highlights this delicious visit.
A symphony of food at Matsusaka Yakiniku M in Dotonbori, Osaka
Food, friends, and music – a perfect symphony in life. Find out how our paths took us to the M – Matsusaka Yakiniku M in Dotonbori, Osaka.
One day in Tokyo
We spent one-full day in Tokyo with yummy good eats, lots of walking, crossing, and immersing.
How to book a large AirBNB for a big group
What are my guidelines when I shop for an AirBNB? Big or small group? A lot of the same rules apply. This is what we did to book our Tokyo AirBNB for 19 guests.
Flying via ANA + our first few hours in Japan
Here’s our ANA experience, and our first few hours once we got to Japan.