One of the most common bullet train-related questions we saw in Japan travel forums is: which side of the train offers the best view? While you won’t be able to see the majestic Mt. Fuji when you travel north from Tokyo, the scenery along the train line does not disappoint! In fact, we decided to summarize […]
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If you haven’t been traveling, you might underestimate how long you will be walking when exploring another country. Most people can easily walk over 20,000 steps a day when travelling in Japan. Unless your itinerary is filled with cafes and restaurants, a good pair of comfortable walking shoes or even hiking shoes is essential to
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Japan, where traditions, culture, and history meet with the most advanced technology and modern-day conveniences, also has the most picturesque landscape. It is no wonder Japan has been one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world! So if you are planning a trip to Japan, here are our Japan holiday guide, including Japan
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In this day and age, smartphones are our new maps, translators, and guides. It is the most useful tool that helps us navigate when traveling to a foreign country like Japan. However, for your smartphone to be useful, we have compiled the most useful apps to download before you go to Japan. As the interface
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Are you planning a trip to Tokyo? You probably have a couple of places you want to visit, but where to stay in Tokyo? What are the best areas in Tokyo for first-time visitors? Does the hotel you are looking to book have easy access to transportation? Read on for tips and advice on the
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Packing is an inevitable step before traveling. In addition to the typical items, such as your passport, there are a couple of useful things that we now pack for Japan. Sure, they can all be purchased once you have landed. But we prefer to bring them with us to save time and money. After all,
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One of the most common questions we come across in many Japan travel forums is whether one should rent a portable WiFi device when travelling in Japan. While Japan SIM cards and Japan eSIMs are much cheaper than a small internet router, pocket WiFi can be the best option for your next Japan trip if
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The technology has advanced rapidly in the last few decades. In this day and age, a physical SIM card isn’t required to connect your cell phone to the local telecommunication networks (if the phone is one of the newer models). This makes traveling abroad much easier because you don’t need to switch physical SIM cards
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When traveling abroad, one essential thing you must have is access to the internet. Even if you have a phone, it won’t be much use as most apps on your phone won’t be able to function without it. Especially if you don’t speak the language, an internet connection is essential when you want to find
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Staying connected to the internet in Japan is critical for obvious reasons, such as navigating the complicated train systems and translating menus. Purchasing a Japan tourist SIM is one of the best ways to access the internet while you explore the amazing country. Before you rush off and order a Japan travel SIM card for
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