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Before I booked my trip, I was pretty convinced that Tokyo, and Japan in general, was going to be expensive. Hotels, transport, activities… and sushi every day, obviously. In my head, it all added up very quickly, and I spent a lot of time wondering what a trip to Tokyo would realistically cost. After actually…

One of the questions I get asked most often when people are planning a trip to Tokyo (or Japan in general) is how to get around. Tokyo is huge, and if you’re not used to using public transport at home, it can feel a little intimidating at first, but that is why I’m putting together…

The food in Tokyo is, in my opinion, the main event. More important than the sights, more important than exploring neighborhoods and even more important than the shrines. And honestly, that probably applies to all of Japan. I thought I loved Japanese food before visiting. Turns out I had absolutely no idea. From the moment…

Japan has absolutely blown up as a travel destination over the past few years, and this year it felt like my entire Instagram feed was just cherry blossoms, ramen bowls, and Shibuya at night. Naturally, I had to go too because I couldn’t miss out on the hype, could I? Jokes aside, Japan is genuinely…

I just got back from almost a month in Japan, and Tokyo was, needless to say, one of the biggest highlights. The city is simply iconic. I was obsessed with the food, the neon signs, the skyline, the energy… it was exactly how I imagined Tokyo would feel, and that’s a compliment. I spent nearly…

When I planned my trip to Japan, Tokyo was one of the cities I was most excited about, so I wanted to make sure I picked the best time to visit. I wanted good weather, fewer crowds, and reasonable prices. A lot to ask, I know, but somehow it worked out pretty well. There are…

Japan has become the hotspot over the past few years, and I feel like every second traveller I meet has Tokyo at the top of their bucket list for next year. I spent almost a week in Tokyo and a full month travelling around Japan, and all I can say is… wow. The city fascinated…

I finally made it to Tokyo and wow, I’m so glad I did. It’s official: Tokyo is one of the coolest and most fascinating cities I’ve visited this year, and honestly, one of the most impressive I’ve seen anywhere. Japan is really blowing up as a tourist hot spot this year and now it totally…