Yep, You Can DEFINITELY Do Japan On a Budget ($1K example)
Japan doesn’t need to be expensive…
Skiing + Snowboarding In Japan Is AMAZING (and cheap)
Shred Japan…do it.
Japan In the Winter: What to Do + Why You Should Go
Japan is still amazing in the winter.
I Live In Tokyo Part-time (here’s how)
How I live in Japan…sometimes.
I Went to Kifune Shrine In Kyoto (it was pretty cool)
I went to Kifune Shrine (and all I got was this stupid blog post).
Do You Tip In Japan? Nope (but read about my $60 mistake)
Tipping? In Japan?? Nah.
Japan Overtourism — How You Can Help As A Tourist
Be a good tourist in Japan.
The Complete Kichijoji Guide (what to do and where to go)
Kichijoji is probably my favorite area in Tokyo. So this is my guide on what to do there.
Stay Safe In Japan: The Best Travel Insurance for Your Trip
This is who I use for travel insurance in Japan.
What to Buy In Japan: 18 Best Souvenirs + Where to Find Them
These are my favorite Japanese souvenirs.
How Much Yen Should I Bring to Japan? Advice From A Local
Have enough cash with you for your Japan trip? Here’s what I bring.
12 Best Day Trips From Tokyo (top freaking picks for 2025)
Tired of Tokyo? Check out these top day trips!
Japan Vending Machines — The Guide (all you need to know)
Everything you ever wanted to know about vending machines in Japan!
Here’s What to Pack for Japan (a checklist for every season)
Japan is epic — but pack smart.
This is the Best Time to Visit Japan (advice from a local)
This is when you go to Japan.
The Ultimate Japan Train Guide (get around with confidence)
Take the trains in Japan with full confidence.
14 Coolest Tokyo Neighborhoods (my go-to spots as a local)
These are my go-to spots in Tokyo…
5 Best VPNs for Japan (and do you really need one?)
These are my go-to VPNs when traveling to Japan and Asia.
My Tokyo teamLab Planets Review (+ 4 mistakes to avoid)
This is teamLab (the review).
7 Best Share Houses in Tokyo (where I stay + more)
These are my favorite share houses in Tokyo.