9 Amazing Things To Do In Tokyo For Any Traveler

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LeanThere are many incredible things to do in Tokyo. So many, indeed, that it is hard to decide what to do. Many travelers — most travelers, actually — over-complicate their search for things to do in Tokyo. Starting with the assumption that Tokyo is the largest city in the world (and must, therefore, be the … Read more

How To Make The Most Of One Week In Japan

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To some travelers, a one week Japan itinerary is a fool’s errand. The country is simply too rich in destinations (and too large, in spite of how it may look on a map) to see any of it in a week, even if you stick to one or two cities. I offer a different perspective, … Read more

Visiting Japan Off The Beaten Path: The Gorgeous Shikoku

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When travelers commission me to plan a custom Japan itinerary, the majority of them have the same request. They want to go off Japan’s beaten path, but not so far that they need to extend their trip, or skip “staple” destinations like Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka. My answer—Shikoku—surprises them, but they eventually come around. The … Read more