8 Things That Surprised Us About Japan on Our First Trip
From Tokyo’s transport and orderly queues to food, language and vending machines, these are eight things that genuinely surprised us on our first trip to Japan.
Nara Day Trip from Kyoto: Our One-Day Walking Route
Our honest Nara day trip from Kyoto, with a tested walking route, current train and temple prices, deer advice and what to skip.
3 Day Kyoto Itinerary: Our Realistic Route From Two Trips
Plan three days in Kyoto with our tested route through Higashiyama, Fushimi Inari and Arashiyama, plus current costs and honest timing advice.
Miyajima Day Trip from Hiroshima: Our Real One-Day Itinerary
Plan a Miyajima day trip from Hiroshima with our real route, ferry costs, Itsukushima Shrine, Daisho-in and honest Mount Misen advice.
2 Days in Hiroshima: A Realistic City & Miyajima Itinerary
Plan two days in Hiroshima with our realistic route through Peace Memorial Park, Hiroshima Castle and a separate Miyajima day trip.