How Much Does it Cost to Go to Japan?

Asakusa temple in Tokyo

Despite the value of the Japanese Yen falling as of late, the cost to go to Japan has increased significantly since the pandemic. The main reason for this change is inflation, but demand is also a factor. Simply put, visitor numbers to Japan have gone up significantly since the country opened up again. As a…

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Is The JR Pass Worth it?

Japan Rail Pass

**I’ve been bombarded with questions about the JR Pass, and I don’t have time to reply to everyone. As a result, I’ve disabled comments. If you read this entire post, I make it pretty clear how to know if a JR Pass is worth it. Just run your route through hyperdia.com since they have a…

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Tokyo on a Budget

Stay outside of the major areas to save money

Tokyo has this reputation of being an expensive place ato visit, but you’ll be surprised to learn that Tokyo on a budget is possible. If you’ve decided to make Tokyo your next destination, you won’t be disappointed. However, I warn you now, visit once and you’ll immediately wonder when you’ll be back. It’s not the neon…

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Airbnb in Japan: Tokyo and Kyoto

Airbnb in Japan

With hotels being notoriously expensive, it’s no surprise that Airbnb in Japan has become very popular. That being said, there are plenty of cheap hotels in Tokyo, but where should you stay? No matter what city you’re in, accommodations can be found everywhere, but narrowing down the choices can be tough. I’ve highlighted some popular spots…

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Japan Travel Blog: Endless Discovery

Japan is a country like no other. Tokyo is a fast paced city that’s ahead of the times, while the monuments of ancient Kyoto bring you back 100s of years. If you were to ask any traveller, I’m sure Japan would be on their must see list, yet many have yet to make the journey to the land of the…

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