Japan

Stamps on a tray with labels, Japan's eki stamps

Eki Stamps: The Free Japan Souvenir You’re Missing Out On

On any trip I go on, I bring a travel journal with me. I love jotting down places I’ve been,...

The Ryukyu Hotel and Resort in Okinawa, Japan

Ryukyu Hotel & Resort: Paradise in Okinawa

Last September, my husband and I were planning to cycle Japan’s famous Shimanami Kaido route. Given that my cycling prowess...

Where to stay in Onomichi along the waterfront, or shopping street

Where to Stay in Onomichi before the Shimanami Kaido

Cycling the Shimanami Kaido is an amazing adventure, and it’s one better started when you’re well rested. While plenty of...

Japanese sake cups from a sake tasting in Kyoto at the Gekkeikan Museum in Fushima

Sake Tasting in Kyoto: The Best Spots Around the City

If you’ve had sake in a bar in Tokyo, you’ll be used to neon lights or the cosy third-space vibe...

Japanese sake barrels, decorated in a traditional style

Sake 101: Everything You Need to Know about Japanese Sake

For a long time, my knowledge of Japanese sake was limited to that thing my husband ordered in Wagamama from...

The Queen Ashinoko Pirate Ship on Lake Ashi with Mount Fuji in the background.

Hakone: Day Trip or Overnight Stay. Which is Best?

We all know that feeling: You’re planning a trip to a new country, you’ve got 50 browser tabs open, you’re...

Kinosaki onsen town, where you can find kinosaki vegan ryokan stays

Kinosaki Vegan Ryokan Stays – The Verified List

If you’ve already read my guide to finding a vegan friendly ryokan in Hakone, you’ll know I take absolute joy...

Kaiseki: Vegan in Hakone Ryokan meal laid out on a table in a traditional room.

Vegan in Hakone: 9 Best Places for Lunch, Snacks, and Dinner

If you’ve already read my guide to Vegan-Friendly Ryokans in Hakone, you’ll already know that you can get a great,...

Motoyu Kansuiro Hakone - Vegan Friendly Ryokan, seen from the outside

A 2026 Guide to Vegan-Friendly Ryokans in Hakone: The Verified List

At a Glance I’ve covered all the confirmed vegan-friendly ryokans, as well as what to expect throughout this post, but...

Mount Fuji seen in Hakone, Japan, accessible for Hakone budget travel

Hakone Budget: What Visiting Japan’s Onsen Town Costs in 2026

A trip to Hakone is a popular part of many Japan itineraries, and for good reason: You get to see...