Japan Guide, Tips, Accommodations

A complete review of our stay at Hotel S-Presso Central in Osaka. It's an aparthotel with a excellent complimentary breakfast.

I had initially assumed that the experience would be pretty identical to the Universal Studios parks in Hollywood and Orlando, but I soon realized that my assumptions were wrong. The unique attractions and cultural influences really set them apart.

It is an apartment-style hotel, alternatively known as an aparthotel, offering guests the convenience of a hotel stay with the flexibility and comfort of a fully-equipped apartment. It’s great for families or people traveling in groups.

Japan recently opened the world’s anime store in Tokyo at Anime Ikebukuro. Crystal’s heaven.

Kumachan Onsen combines the Japanese words for bear and hot springs. The restaurant's bear-themed decor adds a whimsical touch to the traditional shabu shabu dining experience, making it a must-visit destination for those seeking a fun and memorable meal in Japan.

A detailed review of our stay at Shibuya Excel Hotel Tokyu. Situated conveniently near a variety of shopping and dining options, the hotel boasts clean and expansive rooms, the option for in-room massage services, and breathtaking panoramic views that truly enhanced our visit.

The complete guide to renting Japan's best portable Wifi device - Ninja WiFi.

Japan has so many amazing cafes and the intricate wooden architecture of SunnyHills Cafe caught our attention. The cafe specializes in pineapple cakes and guests can enjoy the atmosphere and treats for completely free.

This bamboo forest has hardly changed since the Edo period (1603-1868) and it is thought that samurai warriors used this path for coming and going from their nearby residences. 

Ikebukuro’s Bandai Namco Cross Store houses over 3,000 Gashapon machines filled with small toys, figurines, and other fun collectibles. The majority of Gashapon machines range from 300 to 500 yen; however, the Premium Gashapon machines have prizes that go up to 1,500 yen.

A look inside at the world’s largest Uniqlo Flagship store in Ginza. It’s an impressive lifestyle and shopping hub with a total of 12 floors including Uniqlo Coffee and Ginza Collaboration products.

Our complete guide to Starbucks Reserve Roastery in Tokyo. The Roastery is spread over four floors and combines traditional Japanese design elements with modern aesthetics.  It is unquestionably a unique and memorable experience, especially for coffee enthusiasts.

A mesmerizing Art Aquarium Museum with created spaces where people can admire goldfish as living pieces of art. If you are a photographer, it’s also a great space to capture beautiful images.

A review of our 3-night accommodation at the AC Hotel Ginza Tokyo by Marriott. We stayed in a spacious double twin room that was approximately 323 square feet.

Aeon is a famous shopping mall where locals and tourists can enjoy dining and shopping at supermarkets, fashion brand stores, drugstores, bookstores, and more. It’s only 20 minutes by bus from Narita International Airport.