Universal Studios Japan is one of the biggest attractions not just in Osaka, but in all of Japan. If you’re planning a trip here, chances are it’s already on your list, and for good reason. USJ is a genuinely impressive theme park for both kids and adults. The themed areas are just incredible, especially The…
One of the highlights of my entire Japan trip, and I was there for a full month, was my day at Universal Studios Japan. I didn’t expect to love it quite this much, which probably helped. I’m not a big theme park person, but when I go to one, I usually love it. That said,…
I spent an entire day at Universal Studios Japan, from right after opening until the evening, and I’ll say this upfront: the park is fun, but it’s also pretty intense. It gets busy very quickly, the crowds build fast, and the wait times for rides can get long surprisingly early in the day. I did…
Japan was definitely my favorite country I visited this year. And funny enough, at the beginning of the year, Japan wasn’t even properly on my radar. The trip was pretty spontaneous and wow, I’m so glad I went. That alone probably already answers the question in the headline, but still, Japan has seen a massive…
One of the biggest things I had to wrap my head around before (and honestly, after) my trip to Japan was the budget. How much does a trip to Japan actually cost me once I add up flights, accommodation, food, transport, and activities? I’ll be honest with you from the start: Japan is definitely not…
Japan has absolutely exploded as a travel destination over the past couple of years. At least according to my social media, basically everyone I know went to Japan last year, so naturally, I had to see what all the fuss was about. Long story short: I loved it. I’m borderline obsessed now. The cities, the…
If you’re coming to Japan, have tattoos, and have looked into visiting an onsen, you’ve probably already realized there’s a bit of a problem. Tattoos in Japan are still fairly controversial. They’re often associated with organised crime (yakuza), which is why many public onsens don’t allow tattooed guests at all. That said, I personally never…
I spent about a week in Tokyo and made it a bit of a mission to explore the city as thoroughly as possible. Partly because I’m genuinely obsessed with Tokyo, but also because I want to give you advice that’s actually based on experience, not just vibes. That meant visiting more than one observation deck…
Compared to cities like Kyoto, Tokyo definitely feels more modern and fast-paced, with a bit less shrines, temples and history and tradition woven into everyday life. That said, it’s not without it at all. One of my favorite temples I visited in Tokyo was actually Sensō-ji. Sensō-ji is located in Asakusa and is directly connected…
Tokyo is such a huge, packed city with endless neighborhoods to explore and things to do, and one of the most talked-about attractions in Tokyo is definitely TeamLab Planets. If you haven’t heard of it yet or aren’t quite sure what TeamLab Planets actually is, I’d describe it as an immersive, interactive art experience. You…