If you're a frugal, budget traveler like me, then you LOVE finding the best food at affordable prices. Many think that Japan is extremely expensive, but it's actually one of the cheapest places in the world to eat (if you're really smart). And if you love Japan as much as I do, then it has easily …
A Guide to Go-Karting in Tokyo
If you've ever wanted to race like a real-life Mario Kart character, you're in luck. Note: This post contains affiliate links - I may receive a small commission (at no additional cost to you) to help keep this site running if you make a purchase. Japan is the only country in the world that …
7-Day Kyoto, Japan Itinerary
Kyoto, Japan’s second-largest city, is a picturesque region full of rich history, culture, and 1,600+ temples. Many describe it as the “heart” of Japan, and it also serves as a prime hub for taking day trips. Kinkaku-ji Temple (Golden Pavilion) Although we (unfortunately) can't travel right …
A Guide to Tokyo DisneySea & Disneyland
It's no secret that Tokyo is home to the cleanest (and probably the best) Disney theme park in the world. This is my personal guide on Tokyo DisneySea & Disneyland - all opinions are my own and do not reflect the company, even as a former Cast Member. Anything below is what I suggest; it's …
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An Overdue Love Letter to Japan
Dear Japan, You are such an incredible place, and yet it took me ages to write this out. You were the first country to spark my wanderlust over a spontaneous Christmas trip with family friends to Tokyo. You were the first country to stamp my passport. You were the third country I moved to, but the …
Bungee Jumping Round 2: Itsuki-mura, Japan
Over a year ago, I threw myself off a bridge and accomplished my top bucket list item: bungee jumping in New Zealand. A couple months ago, I bungee jumped again, but this time in Itsuki-mura, Japan. It's safe to say that I have a new obsession with trying to bungee jump in every country I …
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The Blog Post That Started It All: Tokyo 2012
2020 Edit: The first time I used my passport was for this Japan trip during Christmas/New Year's with my uncle, aunty, and two cousins (well, not really, but very close family friends who we all called this). I was 22, wildly naive, and had never been outside of America before. This was also my …
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