When planning a trip to Tokyo, most travelers automatically include the popular districts of the city in their itineraries. Places such as Shibuya, well known for Shibuya Crossing; the huge neighborhood of Shinjuku, notorious for its red-light district; Ginza, known for its high-end boutiques; and Akihabara with its innumerable maid cafes and otaku shops, are…
It is easy to fall in love when you are in Tokyo. Most people fall for the beautiful city, while others find a special someone to fall in love with. Interestingly, many couples from all over Japan and the world visit this lovely city throughout the year, so here are five romantic spots in Tokyo…
Do you know that the tallest Ferris wheel in Japan has been operating since July 2016? This popular and entertaining ride was established in Lalaport EXPOCITY, an entertainment complex in Osaka City consisting of many shops and restaurants. The ride, called Redhorse Osaka Wheel, has transparent gondolas which take you up to a 123-meter height!…
Have you ever wanted to visit an observatory in Japan to see the stars but wondered about finding a suitable accommodation to spend the night in? Or do you want to do more than stargazing but have no idea what other activities you can engage in? If you are keen on sleeping under the stars…
Given the highest possible rating of three Michelin stars in the Michelin Green Guide Japan (published by the world-famous French company Michelin), the views from Mt. Hakodate (函館山), especially at nighttime, are spectacular and deserve to be on every traveler’s must-see list when traveling around the Hokkaido region. This article presents all the information you…
Sapporo (札幌) is one of Japan’s youngest major cities. It has a rich history, a great geography, a vibrant culture, a robust economy, and so many tourist destinations. It is home to numerous renowned attractions great for learning history, shopping, taking day trips, seeing beautiful views, and much more. After embarking on a whole day…
Asakusa is known for being one of the few areas of Tokyo which have retained a sense of a bygone era with the Sensoji Temple, Tokyo’s oldest, attracting a daily influx of tourists. One way to escape the tourists but still enjoy the area is to head to Bar Six, just a stone’s throw from…
If you love staying in tall hotels because of the magnificent views they offer, why don’t you head to the tallest hotel in Ginza? The Mitsui Garden Hotel Ginza Premier gives you the scenic view of the whole city, as well as the chance to choose from a wide variety of rooms. It is conveniently…
Sapporo is well known for its snowy landscapes and great food, but every visitor needs somewhere to lay their head at night. For many, a cheap hostel is all they need, but if you want to treat yourself to a cool, beautiful hotel within walking distance to bars and restaurants, I have just the place…
In Tokyo’s concrete jungle you often have to go as far skyward as Tokyo Tower, Roppongi hills or Tokyo Skytree to get a decent view over the city but at ‘Hacienda del cielo’ in Daikanyama you can forego paying to go up a tower to appreciate the night view of the city and instead enjoy…
