The city of Sapporo is located on Japan’s northernmost island, Hokkaido. Renowned for its famous beer, snowy topped mountains and beautiful green spaces, there’s a lot to be explored in the capital city of Hokkaido prefecture. Here’s how to spend a perfect day in Sapporo itinerary, as well as top tips to know before you …
Busy, bustling and buzzing! Shinjuku is home to the busiest train station in the world, as well as some of Tokyo’s tallest skyscrapers. Neon-lit, crowded and vibrant, this lively pocket of Japan’s capital is also home to a tranquil historic Shinto shrine and one the largest parks in Tokyo. Here’s your ultimate guide on the …
Surrounded by mountains and sea, Kamakura is often referred to as “the Kyoto of the East”. This ancient city hugs the coastline and is filled with historic treasures, nestled between a landscape which acts as a natural fortress. Just one hour from Japan’s capital, here’s how to visit Kamakura as a day trip from Tokyo, …
Located in Setagaya, one of Tokyo’s trendiest residential neighbourhoods, you’ll find Tokyo’s Lucky Cat Temple, Gōtokuji. Filled with statues of the renowned and beloved beckoning cat as far as the eye can see, this has become a haven for cat-lovers of the world. If you’re looking for luck then you’re in the right place, here’s …
One of the most magical districts in Kyoto has to be Arashiyama, 嵐山. A fairytale landscape filled with cherry trees, a forest of bamboo shoots that stretch high into the sky and an enchanting villa with a garden full of breathtaking viewpoints. Here’s your guide to the best things to do in Arashiyama. Where is …
Once home to over 5,000 people, this island was the most densely populated place on earth. Hashima island was nicknamed battleship island or Gunkanjima in Japanese thanks to the fact that it resembles the form of a ship when viewed from certain angles. Today, you can visit battleship island as a day trip from Nagasaki. …