Japan: Travel guides and vegan finds

One Day in Hakone: How to Master the Circuit of Transport

On my first trip to Japan, I spent two nights in a ryokan in Hakone, and it’s still one of...

Everyone knows the stereotype of an Awful Tourist: the loud, boorish figure causing a pile up at the bottom of...

At a Glance: Motoyu Kansuiro Location: Tonosawa, Hakone (14 mins walk from Hakone-Yumoto station). Vibe: 400 years of history, registered...

In my earlier post, a guide to the JR Pass, I was pretty upfront with my opinion on “is the...

Japan is an incredible country, with so much to offer. From the bright lights of Tokyo, the serene temples of...

Osaka is often referred to as “The Kitchen of Japan”, and it’s famous for its street food. One of its...

Imagine this: You’ve just stepped out of Shinjuku Station, your heart racing as you dragged your case through the crowds,...

The Quest for Vegan Ramen Ramen is the ultimate comfort food. From the hot, nourishing broth to the indulgent noodles...

Above the bright, busy streets of Tokyo’s Harajuku district there’s a cosy restaurant called Vegan Bistro Jangara. To enter, you’ll...

When I was planning my first trip to Japan, I was so excited and had been posting about my upcoming...