Haneda Airport, previously known as Tokyo International Airport is one of the oldest airports in Japan, having been there since 1931. Many people prefer this airport because of its close proximity to central Tokyo, which is just approximately 30 minutes away by public transportation. This airport mostly caters to domestic flights (unlike the nearby Narita …
If you’re heading to Kyoto, Japan. then two places you’re going to want to visit are Nijo Castle and Nishiki Market. With a mix of culture, food and shopping there’s something for everyone at these two fantastic tourist spots, thankfully with Kyoto being a relatively small city the distance between the two is less than …
Are you looking at travelling from Kyoto Station to Nishiki Market? Often referred to as Kyoto’s Kitchen, this popular market specialises in all things food! We had the pleasure of going on a dedicated food tour of the market, but you can just as easily go around independently to buy and try some of the …
Are you trying to figure out what to wear in Japan in Spring? This is also the most popular time to visit Japan as it is cherry blossom season and runs between the months of March to May, with temperatures from 13 – 18 degrees. When visiting Japan, taking into consideration the vast amount of …
Looking to find the best shoes to wear in Japan? Any trip to Japan is likely to include a lot of walking, so comfortable shoes are certainly a priority when packing. However, just because you’re buying comfortable shoes that will support you through the day, doesn’t mean they can’t be stylish. Based on our multiple …
In this post, we’ll be showing you how to get to Osaka castle from major neighbourhoods and attractions in and around Osaka, Japan. Osaka Castle is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Osaka. An with public transport often the only way to travel for most visitors to Japan, getting to it can sometimes seem …
During our recent trip to Japan, Helen and I found ourselves searching for the best clubs in Osaka. Despite a bright, youthful and fun party scene there’s not much online about what to expect from a tourists perspective. So, we decided to share our experience of a night out in Japan and the best clubs …
This 7 day Tokyo itinerary for first-time visitors is designed to ensure you visit all the most popular tourist locations and ‘off the beaten’ track destinations while in the capital of Japan. Pro Tip: Read our guides to the other areas we visited in Japan to help you plan your trip; Osaka, Kyoto. Maximising your …
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Having spent some time at Tokyo Disney and really falling in love with the parks, the people and the atmosphere we decided to put this guide together to help you choose Tokyo Disneyland or Disney Sea. There are a couple of points we think you should know before choosing between the parks. Here are a …
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Nishiki Market has been open and trading for over 400 hundred years. The market started out as an open-air fish market and over time developed into the narrow 1500 meter long market today. The market we see today is filled with tradition, wonderful food, and handcrafted items. It is a place both locals go shopping …