TeamLab Planets vs. TeamLab Borderless: My Honest Comparison 2026

TeamLab Planets vs. TeamLab Borderless: My Honest Comparison 2026

Tokyo has no shortage of iconic, slightly surreal things to do, and the TeamLab exhibitions are very much part of that. During my month in Japan, they were easily some of the coolest and most memorable experiences I had in the city. If you’re not familiar with them yet, TeamLab Planets and TeamLab Borderless are…

The Best eSIM for Japan 2026: Sim Local vs Airalo vs Holafly
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The Best eSIM for Japan 2026: Sim Local vs Airalo vs Holafly

Whenever I travel these days, I’m going to be honest… I use an eSIM everywhere. Europe, Asia, South America, it doesn’t matter. It’s just so much easier! For quite a while now, I’ve been using Sim Local, and I genuinely love their product and think it’s the best eSIM for Japan. I’ve used it all…

The 9 Best Things to Do in Tokyo Japan: My Favorite Activities in Tokyo for 2026 (+ 2 Things To Skip)

The 9 Best Things to Do in Tokyo Japan: My Favorite Activities in Tokyo for 2026 (+ 2 Things To Skip)

Tokyo, and Japan in general, has absolutely blown up over the past year. At least that’s how it felt to me. Everywhere I looked, friends were suddenly flying to Tokyo, and my Instagram feed was basically wall-to-wall Japan content. I spent almost a full week in Tokyo, and I’ll be honest: I slightly dreaded writing…

Where to Stay in Tokyo Japan: The Best Areas & Hotels in Tokyo (2026)

Where to Stay in Tokyo Japan: The Best Areas & Hotels in Tokyo (2026)

Tokyo, and Japan in general, has absolutely exploded in popularity over the past couple of years, and honestly, it doesn’t look like that’s slowing down anytime soon. That was exactly why I wanted to visit Tokyo sooner rather than later and see it for myself. I spent a full week in Tokyo and stayed in…

Tokyo Skytree vs. Shibuya Sky: My Honest Comparison 2026

Tokyo Skytree vs. Shibuya Sky: My Honest Comparison 2026

Tokyo is packed with things to do, with temples, cool neighborhoods, food markets, endless shopping, and then on top of that, multiple observation decks. When I was planning my own trip, I genuinely struggled to decide which ones were actually worth my time. Tokyo Skytree and Shibuya Sky are the two most popular viewing platforms…

Is Tokyo Expensive to Visit? My Budget Breakdown for 3 Days in Tokyo 2026

Is Tokyo Expensive to Visit? My Budget Breakdown for 3 Days in Tokyo 2026

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…

How to Get Around in Tokyo: The Easiest and Cheapest Ways to Get Around in Tokyo 2026

How to Get Around in Tokyo: The Easiest and Cheapest Ways to Get Around in Tokyo 2026

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…