Japan
Best Places to Visit in Tokyo for First Timers
Tor Brierley
December 16, 2024
Tokyo is a unique and fascinating city that expertly blends tradition and innovation to offer something for everyone. Whether you’re looking for the Japan of …
Best Place for Onsen in Japan: 7 Top Hot Spring Destinations for 2025
James Robinson
November 3, 2024
Why is it such a special experience to visit Japanese hot springs (onsen)? In a way, I feel that onsen perfectly sums up what makes …
Where to Spend Winter in Japan for 2027: The Top 8 Destinations
James Robinson
October 27, 2024
Imagine this: after skiing on some of the world’s best ski slopes, or visiting Japan’s many temples and shrines, and with snow still drifting in …
Best Solo Female Travel Destinations by Continent
Lakshmi Parthasarathy
July 2, 2024
It’s hard to believe, but there used to be a time in my life when I would feel anxious at the thought of going to …
Food Insights
Where to Find the Best Matcha In Kyoto, Japan: An Exclusive Guide
Neera Ramdhonee
October 23, 2026
Here’s what you should know when browsing for the best matcha in Kyoto. This city is where matcha was born. And I do mean it …
Best Coffee In Kyoto: 9 Cafes You Must Try for Kissaten Legends
Neera Ramdhonee
October 18, 2026
Here’s something that boggled my mind: Kyoto, the city of matcha and the tea ceremony capital, is one of the highest-consuming coffee cities in the …
9 Best Breakfasts In Kyoto: Traditional Sets, Medicinal Eats + Machiya Cafes
Neera Ramdhonee
August 31, 2026
Japan’s ancient capital may be famous for its temples and tea ceremonies, but breakfast in Kyoto is the best I’ve experienced. I mean, the breakfast …
Plan Your Trip: Before You Go
The Best Japanese Street Food in Tokyo (And Where Exactly to Find It)
James Robinson
December 25, 2024
Tokyo is an absolute mammoth of a city, and so is its food scene. Luckily for your wallet, you don’t have to fork out a …