8 Unique Experiences To Do In Aomori + Day Trips In 2025
Aomori was only supposed to be a short stop at the end of winter adventure in Hokkaido where I’d catch my flight back to Tokyo.
Tsugaru Railways Winter Stove Train: Step-By-Step Guide From Aomori and Hirosaki 2025
For me, the Tsugaru Railways train near Aomori, Japan, is one of those beautiful relics of a bygone era whose continued operation is something any traveler can appreciate.
Noboribetsu Onsen: The 2025 Companion Guide To Hokkaido’s Hell Valley
On my latest trip to Japan, I traveled to Hokkaido and the northernmost parts of Honshu, in search of unique onsen (“hot springs”) bathing experiences.
Beneath The Mist: Sukayu Onsen And The Timeless Tradition of Konyoku
I have a fascination with bathing cultures around the world. The Scandinavians have their invigorating saunas and polar plunges and the Middle East, its fragrant and decadent Hammams.
When Is The JR Rail Pass Still Worth Buying In 2025?
For many years, the JR Rail Pass was one way to save money and experience the efficiency of Shinkansen (bullet train travel) traveling around Japan.
The Complete Guide To Shibu Onsen And The Nine Bathhouses
In March, I spent two days relaxing in a small village called Shiba Onsen. There, I completed a local tradition of visiting all nine public bathhouses and getting a stamp at each one on a special towel.
Japanese Snow Monkeys: A Complete Guide To Jigokudani Monkey Park
You’ve probably seen the photograph – a fluffy monkey, half submerged in water, eyes closed like its meditating while a swirl of steam rises around its thick coat of fur.
Airalo Vs Ubigi In Japan: Best eSIM Option 2025
In the traveler’s never-ending battle to stay connected around the world, eSIMs have slowly begun to replace physical SIM cards. No longer do you need to swap out easy-to-misplace SIM cards when hopping from one country to the next.
How To Buy The Cheapest SIM Card For Japan (2025 Update)
I travel to Japan frequently and getting data for my phone is no longer as complicated as it once was. Still, the process is confusing enough for a perennial traveler, let alone someone visiting Japan for the first time.
