Asia
Discover Asia’s diverse cultures, vibrant cities, spiritual sites, and breathtaking landscapes. From Japan to Thailand, explore the best travel experiences across the continent.
Kabukicho Tokyo: The Ultimate Insider Guide to Shinjuku’s Wildest District
Kabukicho is loud, neon-soaked, occasionally chaotic, and completely unlike anywhere else in Tokyo. It’s the kind of place that looks overwhelming on Google Maps and delivers even more in real life. Whether you’re chasing cheap izakaya drinks, hunting for the perfect Halloween costume crowd, or just want to absorb one of Asia’s most famous red-light…
How Much Does a Trip to South Korea Cost? Daily Budget Guide
How much does a trip to South Korea cost? Less than Japan in many areas, especially for food and transport, but Seoul has become more expensive in recent years. I lived in Seoul for a year as an exchange student and have been to Busan three times, so this guide gives you realistic prices for…
The Ultimate Guide to the Best Furniture Stores in Tokyo: MUJI vs. Nitori vs. IKEA
Moving into a new apartment in Tokyo can be surprisingly challenging, especially for foreigners who are unfamiliar with Japan’s unique housing layouts. Unlike many Western countries, Tokyo apartments are often designed around compact living, with narrow hallways, small elevators, limited storage space, and room dimensions that can make standard furniture feel oversized. Choosing the right…
Japan Itinerary: 7, 10 and 14 Days for a First Trip
Planning a Japan itinerary is the hardest part of the trip. There is so much to see that it is tempting to cram ten cities into ten days, and many first-time visitors end up spending more time on trains than enjoying the places. I lived in Tokyo for three years and travelled all over the…
Fuji-Q Highland Guide: How to Beat the Crowd & Conquer Japan’s Craziest Coasters
Conquering Fuji-Q Highland is a rite of passage for any true adrenaline junkie visiting Japan, and using a comprehensive Fuji-Q Highland guide is the best way to plan your attack. If your main goal is to conquer the legendary, record-breaking Fuji-Q Highland roller coasters, you need a solid strategy to navigate the crowds. We recently…
Lake Kawaguchiko Itinerary: Best Mt. Fuji Views & Hidden Gems
Planning a first trip to the Fuji Five Lakes can feel overwhelming. Everyone wants the same postcard shot of Mount Fuji, and everyone turns up to the same handful of spots to get it. The trick is knowing how to get there cheaply, when the mountain is actually likely to be out, and where to…
Kawaguchiko Music Forest Museum: Alpine History, Antique Marvels, and Mount Fuji Views
Tucked along the northern shores of Lake Kawaguchi in Yamanashi Prefecture sits an architectural anomaly that feels entirely detached from traditional Japan. The kawaguchiko music forest museum is designed as a meticulous replica of a historic European alpine village, complete with winding stone canals, imported old-world cobblestones, and manicured rose gardens. Yet, beneath its fairytale…
Tokyo With Kids: Best Things to Do and Family Travel Tips
Tokyo is one of the best cities in the world for a family trip. It is very safe, spotlessly clean, full of playgrounds and parks, and the public transport is easy even with a stroller. Kids love the theme parks, anime shops, aquariums and food, and parents love that everything just works. I lived in…
Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route Guide: Snow Wall, Tickets & Toyama Day Trip
The Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route is one of the most spectacular spring experiences in Japan and one of the few places in the world where buses drive between enormous walls of snow. Every year, travellers visit the Japanese Alps to experience the famous Tateyama snow wall, which is at its tallest soon after the route…
Kyushu Countryside Road Trip: Aso, Suzume Door, Attack on Titan Statues & Hidden Shrines
Good to know: access to the crater area is regularly restricted when volcanic gas levels are high or the volcanic alert level is raised. Check the current status before you drive up, and have a backup plan such as the Kusasenri grasslands nearby. Kyushu’s countryside is a land defined by the elements. It is a…
