Tag: plan
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Eating Alone in Japan Isn’t Embarrassing
Eating Alone in Japan Isn’t Embarrassing, and Here’s Why: In a lot of countries, eating out alone can feel a little self-conscious, like something you’d rather avoid or apologize for. Japan works completely differently. Solo dining isn’t just tolerated here, it’s built into the design of countless restaurants, and plenty of the most popular food…
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Izakaya/Japanese Tapas
Japan’s Answer to the Neighborhood Pub: If your image of Japanese food starts and ends with sushi and ramen, an izakaya is where that picture gets a whole lot bigger. These casual, pub-style restaurants are built around small shared plates, drinks, and a relaxed, social atmosphere, and they’re one of the best ways to experience…
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Car meet spot
Daikoku PA: Japan’s Legendary Car Meet Spot (And Why You Can Only Get There by Car): If you’re interested in Japanese car culture, Daikoku Parking Area, often shortened to Daikoku PA, is likely already on your radar. It’s a massive expressway rest stop in Yokohama that has organically evolved into the most famous car meet…
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Animal Cafes
Animal Cafes and the Best Spots to See Animals in Japan: Japan offers two genuinely distinct ways to spend time around animals during your trip: cozy, indoor animal cafes concentrated in major cities, and a handful of famous outdoor spots where animals roam freely (or semi-freely) in a natural or semi-natural setting. This guide covers…
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Been to Japan Before?
Here’s How to Plan a Second Trip That’s Even Better: If your first trip to Japan covered the classic route, such as Tokyo, Kyoto, maybe Osaka, you’ve already done the essential groundwork. A second trip is where Japan really opens up. Instead of racing between must-see landmarks, you get to slow down, go deeper into…
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First Time in Japan?
Here’s Your Complete Pre-Trip Planning Guide: Planning a trip to Japan can feel overwhelming. Between the language barrier, the transportation systems, and the sheer number of things to see, it’s easy to get lost before you even book a flight. This guide breaks down everything a first-time visitor needs to know: from when to go,…