Japan

Changes to the JR Pass and travelling on the bullet train (shinkansen), as well as a new smoking ban...

Thank you to everyone who supported the Kickstarter for my Japan travel guide book!

I've written a Japan travel guide book! You can get a copy by pledging on Kickstarter (running until 2nd...

A look back at #Japanuary, my Instagram challenge about Japan. How it went, my thoughts and what I learnt.

Join in with #Japanuary! Post a pic each day and share what you love about Japan. A Japan-themed Instagram…

Christmas gift ideas for fans of Japanese culture or anyone planning a trip to Tokyo!

The new katsu curry t-shirts and hoodies are now available on general release!

Stunning view of Osaka at night: endless skyscrapers in every direction!

Perfect half day trip from Osaka to get away from the city and experience the Japanese countryside.

Anime shops in Den Den Town, video tour and how it compares to Akihabara.

Vegetarian (and vegan!) curry at Coco Curry in Japan – what it’s like and where to find it.

Exploring Amemura, an alternative area in Osaka with vintage clothing stores and a retro pinball arcade!

Chabuton is a small chain of vegetarian-friendly ramen restaurants in Japan with branches in Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka.

Only open for one week a year: extra special cherry blossom festival at the Osaka Mint.

Video from Sakurajima, an active volcano in Kyushu, Japan! Perfect day trip from Fukuoka.

Day trip from Fukuoka to Dazaifu and Yanagawa, exploring Japanese shrines and a relaxing punting boat trip.

Trying out Akiba Catcher, a website where you can play real Japanese UFO catchers online.

Things to do at the seaside in Fukuoka, at Momochi Seaside Park & Uminonakamichi, with links to maps &…

How I’m Learning Japanese I’ve been learning Japanese on and off for several years – mainly so I can...

My ultimate list of vegetarian restaurants in Tokyo! Actually, this is a list of vegetarian-friendly restaurants that also serve...