Travel

Japanese Onsen Guide — How to Use a Hot Spring (Without Getting It Wrong)

Nervous about your first Japanese onsen? A local walks you through the exact order — lockers, washing, the towel rules, tattoos — so you can relax instead of worrying about getting it wrong.

2026.07.30

CultureTravel

Tattoos in Japan — Where You Can (and Can’t) Swim: An Honest Pool & Beach Guide

Travelling to Japan with tattoos and hoping to swim? A Japanese local explains why nearly every pool bans visible tattoos, why a rash guard is the actual solution, and why the open sea is the exception.

2026.07.28

CultureTravel

What to Buy in Japan — A Local’s Honest Souvenir Guide

What a Japanese local would actually tell you to buy in Japan — from dashi packets and curry roux to stationery and the quiet philosophy behind Japanese tableware.

2026.07.24

Travel

Japan With Kids — Where to Go (and Where to Be Careful) : A Japanese Mom’s Honest Guide

A Japanese mom's honest guide to travelling Japan with kids — where the baby facilities actually are, what to buy instead of packing, and why choosing one region beats trying to see everything.

2026.07.23

Travel

Japanese Supermarket Guide — How to Shop Like a Local (and What to Buy）

A Japanese local's guide to supermarkets in Japan — how the register works, the evening half-price sticker game, what to eat during your trip, and the best food souvenirs to take home.

2026.07.22

FoodTravel

How to Eat at a Japanese Restaurant — A Local’s Step-by-Step Guide

Eating out in Japan is easy once you know the flow. A Japanese local explains the whole process — the "Irasshaimase!" greeting, the wet towel, the otoshi appetizer charge, ordering with call buttons, slurping (or not), and paying at the register.

2026.07.17

FoodTravel

Exiv Resort Hotels Japan — What Is a Members-Only Resort and Is It Worth It?

Ever heard of Exiv? It's Japan's best-kept secret for luxury travel — a members-only resort that combines Japanese hospitality with the comfort of a second home. Here's an honest guide from a Japanese local.

2026.07.13

Travel

The Coral Lounge Centrair Review — Is It Worth It With Priority Pass?

The Coral Lounge at Centrair Airport opened in 2025 — and it's one of the best Priority Pass lounges in Japan. An honest review from a Japanese local.

2026.07.07

Travel

Is Japan Safe for Solo Female Travelers? — An Honest Answer From a Japanese Woman

Is Japan safe for solo female travelers? An honest answer from a Japanese woman — covering night safety, train etiquette, and practical tips for traveling alone.

2026.07.06

Travel

Japan vs Korea — What’s Actually Different? An Honest Comparison From a Japanese Traveler

Japan vs Korea — what's actually different? A Japanese traveler who has visited both Seoul and Busan shares an honest comparison of food, culture, and travel style.

2026.07.06

Travel