We were tired.  We were hungry.  We were lost in Tokyo Station. We had all of our luggage with us.  And we had minimal local money left.  All in all it was a less than glorious start to our long planned family holiday to Japan. While I am an experienced international traveller this was my ... Read more

Planning a trip to the heart of Australia? Understanding the best time to visit Uluru and Alice Springs is key to a memorable journey. This article will guide you through the ideal seasons for exploring these iconic destinations, balancing weather, crowds, and unique events. We have compiled all of this information below to help you ... Read more

Planning a two-week trip to Japan for the first time can feel overwhelming—there are endless possibilities, and it’s hard to know where to start. We remember facing the same challenge when we planned our first visit. We wanted to experience Japan’s famous cities, but we also craved time in the mountains and a chance to ... Read more

The Studio Ghibli Museum in Tokyo is a magical experience for fans of Hayao Miyazaki’s iconic films and anyone who loves Japan’s anime. But as amazing as the museum itself may be, securing tickets can feel like its own adventure. With limited tickets released each month and enormous demand from both locals and international travellers, ... Read more

Baseball is the most popular amateur and professional sport in Japan and we can confirm that Japanese baseball games are an amazing experience!  After hearing about the Japanese love of baseball, we definitely wanted to attend a baseball game during our family trip to Japan.  We ended up attending a sold-out match between the Yomiuri ... Read more

Climbing Mt. Fuji is one of Japan’s most popular summer adventures. Each year, during the short official climbing season from early July to early September, thousands of people set out to reach the summit of this iconic peak. But what begins as an exciting idea often leads to an important decision: should you tackle the ... Read more

Walking to see snow monkeys in the Jigokudani Monkey Park in Japan was like a dream come true.  After being inspired by the iconic image of the Japanese snow monkeys, we finally achieved our goal of seeing them with our own eyes, and they did not disappoint.  The aim of this article is to help ... Read more

With our feet dangling in the air, we were then launched backwards, almost straight into a sharp drop, which definitely lifted our heart rates before going straight into a 76-metre backward climb. Riding the Eejanaika roller coaster was our top highlight at Fuji Q Highland, and we look forward to sharing our experiences riding the ... Read more

When we were planning our recent trip to Japan, we decided early that we were keen to see a sumo wrestling tournament in Tokyo during our visit as a different way to experience the Japanese culture – and it certainly was a great experience which I would definitely recommend to other visitors to Japan! You ... Read more

Welcome to the fun world of Japanese-themed dinner parties, where tradition meets elegance, and every detail contributes to an immersive cultural experience. Japanese cuisine is renowned for its refined simplicity and emphasis on seasonal ingredients, but the dining experience extends far beyond the food itself. The magic lies in the presentation, ambience, and authentic tableware, ... Read more