Category: Japan

Hokkaido Eats: 10 Dishes to Try in Hokkaido! @flyPAL

By Abigail Javellana
Topics: Japan

One of my greatest joy, when traveling to Hokkaido are sampling the delicious cuisines! Blessed with the surrounding ocean and bountiful nature, Hokkaido offers a paradise of ingredients from fresh vegetables, dairy farming to mouthwatering seafood. It is known for its ramen, king crabs, milky sweets, “Genghis Khan” mutton and fresh sushi! Here’s a guide … Continue reading Hokkaido Eats: 10 Dishes to Try in Hokkaido! @flyPAL

Star Cruises: From Manila to Visa-Free Taiwan and Okinawa!

By Sean
Topics: #Travel, Japan, Taiwan

Star Cruises is now offering visa-free tours to two of Asia’s hottest summer destinations.  This year, Star Cruises’ SuperStar Virgo will call Manila her home port from April until May. The 5-day cruise takes you to Taiwan and Japan without the hassle of securing a visa. The SuperStar Virgo is a 13-deck luxury cruise ship with 935 … Continue reading Star Cruises: From Manila to Visa-Free Taiwan and Okinawa!

Our Best Day in Tokyo Itinerary: Tsukiji ➡️ Ramen St. ➡️ Harajuku @TripleLights

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Travel, Japan

We had the best day in Tokyo with Kahoko, our local Japanese guide. We booked her via Triple Lights, the leading Japanese private tour platform with licensed local guides around Japan. Here’s a recap of our best day in Tokyo and how we organized it…

Day Trip To Mt Fuji & Hakone (Photo Essay)

By Sean
Topics: #Travel, Japan

Mt Fuji is Japans most recognizable geographical formation and one of the worlds most famous Volcanos.  Its nearly symmetrical cone shape has inspired Japanese artist, musicians, and poets for centuries and is considered to be one of Japan’s most sacred sites, playing an important role in Shinto traditions and Japanese culture. Mt Fuji us one of … Continue reading Day Trip To Mt Fuji & Hakone (Photo Essay)

A Peek inside Japan’s Culture: Industrial Sightseeing in Aichi Prefecture

By Juanico
Topics: #Travel, Japan

Japan has always been in the forefront of Technology and Innovation, especially in the field of production, robotics, and automation. They have always pioneered various forms of creating new technology to improve and simplify the life of its people. And now Japan is leading a new form of Tourism, one that aims at attracting foreign … Continue reading A Peek inside Japan’s Culture: Industrial Sightseeing in Aichi Prefecture

@Planetyze: Family Fun Hostel Experience in Tokyo!

By Anton Diaz
Topics: #Hotels, #Travel, Japan

I was hesitant at first to try Planetyze hostel because it was our first time to stay in a hostel with our four boys when traveling. It was one of our most memorable and fun stays we had in Tokyo because of how Planetyze redefined the hostel experience for the family. Here’s a photo essay of … Continue reading @Planetyze: Family Fun Hostel Experience in Tokyo!

Tokyo Helicopter Night Cruise (Photo Essay)

By Sean
Topics: #Travel, Japan

The Tokyo Helicopter cruise is a fun and exciting way to see the beautiful city of Tokyo! The 15minute ride takes you 600 meters high above the skyline, where you can enjoy the cites beautiful landmarks like Mt Fuji fading away in the background, or the famed Tokyo Sky Tree that darts from the ground … Continue reading Tokyo Helicopter Night Cruise (Photo Essay)

ROBOT RESTAURANT: An Exciting Modern-Day Kabuki Experience in Tokyo!

By Sean
Topics: #Travel, Japan

Robot Restaurant is a modern-day cabaret show that has become one of Japans top tourist attractions.  The live entertainment is a crazy combination of eastern and western pop culture, modern dance, light-shows, Japanese mecha, and live anime! The only way to truly describe Robot Restaurant is that, it is a type of modern-day Kabuki.   The 90-minute … Continue reading ROBOT RESTAURANT: An Exciting Modern-Day Kabuki Experience in Tokyo!

CENTRAL JAPAN: Awesome 5-Day Itinerary to Explore Central Japan! (Day 1-2)

By Abigail Javellana
Topics: #Travel, Japan

  Central Japan, the old country, has so much more to offer than the famed Shirakawago UNESCO Heritage Site, 400-year-old Matsumoto Castle, and the dazzling Snow Wall of Kurobe Alpine Route. Discover Central Japan as you’ll find beautiful fields of tulips, fun activities like food replica and soba making workshops and trying out fantastic food … Continue reading CENTRAL JAPAN: Awesome 5-Day Itinerary to Explore Central Japan! (Day 1-2)

CENTRAL JAPAN: Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route & Toyama Bay Sushi! (Day 3-4)

By Abigail Javellana
Topics: #Travel, Japan

Day 3 was highlighted by the famed Snow Wall of Kurobe Alpine Route, Daio Wasabi Farm one of the largest wasabi producers in Japan, and the mouthwatering michelin star quality sushi of Toyama Bay. Here’s a photo essay of our Day 3-4 Central Japan experience… Central Japan Blog Series • CENTRAL JAPAN: 5-Day Sample Itinerary! … Continue reading CENTRAL JAPAN: Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route & Toyama Bay Sushi! (Day 3-4)