All Travel Tips
All about Onsen in Japan
Onsen (温泉) are hot springs that have a long tradition and are considered an integral part of Japanese culture. Find out all you need to know about these natural thermal baths.
Bathing Snow Monkeys at Jigokudani Yaen-koen near Nagano
How to get your ticket for the trip from Nagano, the walk to the park and all the rules of conduct. Plus insider tips for your visit to the monkey park
Budget Japan Trip – Money Saving Tips
A Japan vacation doesn't have to cost a fortune! Make your Budget Japan Trip a reality with these tips for flights, food, and hotels.
Day trip to Hakone from Tokyo
Hakone is located in the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park and is perfect for day trips thanks to its good transportation connections to Tokyo.
Flying a drone in Japan – Update 2026
Drone shots of blooming cherry blossoms or the picturesque Okinawa Islands? Here's what you need to consider if you want to fly in Japan.
Internet in Japan – SIM card or eSIM?
The easiest way to access the internet on your smartphone in Japan is with a foreign SIM card or eSIM. This is how you get and install a SIM.
Japan Prepaid Cards 2025 – The Welcome Suica Mobile App
All the benefits, features, and whether the digital Suica prepaid card is worth it for your trip to Japan.
Japan Rail Pass for tourists
Is the Japan Rail Pass the best choice for traveling through Japan? Find all the information about ordering, costs, and procedures here.
Kura Sushi – Running Sushi in Japan and USA
Delicious Running Sushi, huge selection & a fun plate game! Find out how to make reservations and avoid long wait times.
Kyūshū Road Trip on Japan’s Third Largest Island
Kyūshū Road Trip: all the stops with Fukuoka, Beppu, Mount Aso and Kumamoto in one week, including an onsen highlight
Luggage service in Japan
Travel comfortably around without having to constantly carry your heavy suitcase. That's what the luggage service does for you.
Luggage storage at 7-Eleven in Japan
No free lockers? 7-Eleven now offers luggage storage in Japan via app booking. Secure, affordable, and available 24/7.
Most beautiful Onsen in Japan
Discover the most beautiful Onsen in Japan: From idyllic mountain villages to hidden river springs – incl. access tips.
Okonomiyaki – Japanese soul food for your home
Discover Okonomiyaki, the savory soul food from Japan! Here's how you can easily make this Japanese classic at home. Perfect for foodies!
Panstar Cruise Ferry from South Korea to Japan
Panstar Cruise ferry overnight from Busan to Osaka: fares, money-saving tips, getting there & check-in and what you can discover on board.
Pay in Japan
In Japan, cash is still the preferred payment method, especially in rural areas. In Tokyo, it’s a different story. Here, almost everything can be paid for with a card.
Portable power bank on the go – ChargeSPOT
Out exploring the city and your phone battery dies. That's exactly what ChargeSPOT is here to fix – a really clever solution!
Ramen Festival in Tokyo: Ramen from all over Japan in one place
Twelve ramen stalls from all over Japan across five days. All about the ramen, dates, tickets and how to get to the Ramen Festival in Tokyo.
Subway travel in Tokyo
The subway is the fastest and most convenient way to navigate through Tokyo. It is relatively easy to get around the city and reach the main tourist attractions.
Suica, PASMO and ICOCA – Prepaid cards in Japan
Suica, PASMO, and ICOCA are prepaid cards used in Japan for public transportation as well as for payments in stores and vending machines.
Taking a taxi in Tokyo
Taking a taxi in Tokyo: Prices, booking with the GO App, alternatives, and essential tips for a stress-free ride – Especially after midnight!
Taking the bus in Japan
Bus travel in Japan is a widespread transportation option used in urban areas as well as in rural regions.
The first time in Japan
I can already tell you, it won't be your last time in Japan, because once you've traveled to Japan, you will come back again.
Tokyo 2025 – Cutting-Edge Technology in Takanawa Gateway City
Experience cutting-edge technology and unwind on rooftop gardens – a must for every Japan traveler.
Top 5 Must See in Tokyo
The bustling metropolis of Tokyo combines historic temples and shrines with skyscrapers and futuristic technologies, creating a fascinating cultural diversity.
Traveling through Japan with the Shinkansen
Traveling through Japan on the high-speed Shinkansen train is a highlight. Here you'll find all the information about ticket purchase and riding the Bullet Train.
Washing clothes on your Japan trip
Washing clothes in Japan – Don’t worry, you don’t have to pack your entire wardrobe for the trip! Here’s what you need to know.
Yamagata – Ginzan Onsen and 1,000 Steps to Ryūshaku-ji
Discover Ginzan Onsen, 1,000 steps to Ryūshaku-ji, the 5 storey cedar wood pagoda, snow monsters at Zao and a jellyfish aquarium



























