From the illuminating chaos of Tokyo to the zen-filled mountains and exotic forests of Kyoto, Japan is one hell of a cultural ride! But with so much to see, how do you cover such as special country in a just a 10 day-span without having a FOMO (and bank balance) meltdown?! Worry not; seasoned traveller…
Category: Japan
Best Ryokan in Japan – Spend the Night in a Traditional Japanese Inn
Ryokans have been part of the Japanese culture for centuries and originated to allow travellers an overnight rest on their long journeys. In traditional ryokans you take off your shoes in an “agari-kamachi” and separating each room are sliding paper doors. You will most likely be sleeping on futon and eating on low wooden tables…
Hostel of the week: Khaosan Kanazawa Family Hostel, Japan
Nicknamed “Little Kyoto”, Kanazawa is like the authentic, local cousin of the more recognized cities of Japan. This hostel is the perfect place to call home for a few days whilst discovering the city with it being 10 minutes’ walk from the main station, 2km from Omichi Food Market and 3km away from major monuments….
Stay in a capsule hotel in Japan
Welcome to the world of the capsule hotel. Japan offers many unique experiences for travellers and hostels in Japan are generally pretty awesome but staying in a Japanese hotel pod is one experience not to be missed. Capsule Hotels comprise of individual blocks with just enough room to sleep and some include a tv inside….
Japan Travel Guide
[efstabs class=”yourcustomclass”] [efstab title=”Home” active=”active”] Visiting Japan The fact that so much of the country is virtually unknown to those who live outside Japan is the one thing that most impresses people when they get there. Exploring the deeply cultural and historic ‘Land of the Rising Sun’ is a true adventure. [/efstab] [efstab title=”About”]An archipelago…
Hostel of the week: Ark Hostel, Osaka, Japan
1-15-11 Edobori, Nishi-ku, Osaka, Japan This sailor-themed joint opened in July and already has a 9.3 superb rating. It’s located in Higobashi near the centre of Osaka in Japan, the uber-modern city known for its energetic night life, down to earth locals and jaw-dropping architecture. And if you love food, you’ve hit the jackpot – this is a…
Hostel of the week: Piece Hostel Sanjo, Kyoto, Japan
With a 97% rating and glowing reviews from our customers, you would be insane if you were in Kyoto didn’t stop at Piece Hostel. Renovated from a traditional Japanese ryokan in July, the shiny, luxury décor will make you feel like you’re travelling in style. There’s an open plan kitchen, social lounge and a bar…
Where to stay in Japan on a backpacker budget
We’ve shown you how to save money in Japan, now Becki Enright of Borders of Adventure reveals the best places stay when you’re on a budget. Follow@bordersofadventure and catch her on Facebook for more awesome travel advice. Travelling in Japan is an unforgettable experience and my month there counts as one of my best on the road…
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