Most of the time, when people think of “nightlife,” they think of the big city. However, despite the abundance of kimonos and its adherence to traditional architecture, Kyoto nightlife is as lively as it gets. I’m taking a look at […]
Tokyo is a vast place. And, no surprise, it has tons to do. So, I thought I’d do something a little different, and instead of just having one little old 3-day itinerary, I’d give you three Tokyo itineraries! Or, to […]
Kyoto is an amazing place. It’s full of beautiful temples, luscious gardens, and historic architecture you won’t find elsewhere. But for some, hanging around temples and shrines all day can get a little repetitive, and there’s so much to see […]
Tokyo is the biggest metropolis in Japan, so you can bet your last dollar that there’s a ton to do in Tokyo at night. As a cocktail aficionado, I thought I’d put together some of the best spots to hang […]
Jeff and I might’ve missed our chance to tour Aokigahara during our visit to Japan, but there’s still plenty I want to say about it. Its proper name is Aokigahara Jukai, which roughly translates to “Blue Tree Meadow Sea of […]
You didn’t think my days in Asia were over, did you? I’ve already written about my 15-day trip around Asia, but I’ve also dedicated a solid week to Japan and Japan only. And if you’re looking for a 7-day Japan […]
Welcome to the “tiny bar district” in Tokyo! Golden Gai, or “Golden District,” is a six-alley network of over 200 bars in Shinjuku – a neighborhood in Tokyo. Each shanty establishment seats anywhere from five to thirty people, and they […]