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Best Time to Travel to Japan: Seasons, Weather, and What to Expect
Is There a Perfect Season to Visit Japan? Mount Fuji has many faces — and each season reveals a different one. If you’re planning a trip to Japan, one of the first questions that usually comes up is: “What is the best time to travel to Japan?” The honest answer is — it depends . Japan is a year-round destination, and each season offers a completely different experience. From cherry blossoms in spring to vibrant autumn foliage, snowy winter landscapes, and lively summer festiv

Michelle Motoki
Feb 10


How Does Tax-Free Shopping Work in Japan? A Clear Guide for Tourists
Tax-free shopping in Japan is one of the biggest benefits for tourists — but it’s also one of the most confusing parts of the travel experience. Many visitors arrive in Japan expecting tax-free shopping to work the same way it does in other countries, only to discover different rules, paperwork, and recent changes such as QR code registration and airport verification. So, how does tax-free shopping work in Japan today? In this guide, I’ll explain Japan’s tax-free system step

Michelle Motoki
Jan 31


How Much Cash Should You Bring to Japan? A Practical Guide for Tourists
One of the most common questions tourists ask before visiting Japan is: how much cash should I bring? Japan has a reputation for being a cash-based society, which can make first-time visitors feel unsure about how much money they’ll need — or whether credit cards will be enough. The good news is that handling money in Japan is usually straightforward once you understand where cash is commonly used and how to plan for daily expenses. In this guide, I’ll explain how much cash t

Michelle Motoki
Jan 28


Is Japan Expensive for Tourists? Real Costs Explained (2026 Guide)
If you’re planning a trip to Japan, one of the first questions that probably comes to mind is: “Is Japan expensive?” It’s a fair concern — Japan has a reputation for being high-tech, ultra-modern, and sometimes intimidating when it comes to costs. The truth is more nuanced. Japan can be affordable or expensive depending on how you travel , not just where you go. In this guide, I’ll break down the real daily costs of traveling in Japan , based on real experience living here ,

Michelle Motoki
Jan 23


Autumn in Kyoto: A Magical Journey Through Japan's Fall Foliage
Experience Kyoto in Autumn: A Journey Through Vibrant Foliage If you’re planning a trip to Japan, there’s no better time to visit Kyoto...

Michelle Motoki
Oct 21, 2024


Japan Fall Foliage: Best Time to See Autumn Leaves in 2024
Japan is renowned for its stunning fall foliage, and if you're planning to visit, knowing the best time to experience the beauty of...

Michelle Motoki
Oct 10, 2024


Why Autumn is the Best Time to Visit Japan: Highlights and Attractions.
Autumn in Japan is a season of magic and beauty. As the weather cools down, the country transforms into a landscape of stunning reds,...

Michelle Motoki
Oct 3, 2024


The Ultimate Don Quijote Japan Guide: Top Tips for Tourists.
Discover Don Quijote in Japan, a paradise for tourists and shopping lovers. In this article, you will find Don Quijote's most popular...

Michelle Motoki
Sep 25, 2024


SAKURA EXPERIENCE: FIVE CHERRY BLOSSOM VIEWING SPOTS IN JAPAN
In a few weeks Japan is set to experience one of its most beautiful and famous spectacles: the Sakura season. The Cherry Blossom in Japan...

Michelle Motoki
Feb 3, 2024


Yokohama - Walkable-distance attractions to enjoy this port city in Japan
Yokohama is an incredible port city in Japan. Its port offers a lot of attractions you can enjoy easily on foot. So if you are planning...

Michelle Motoki
Jan 8, 2024


NEW YEAR'S EVE IN JAPAN - TRADITIONS AND PLACES TO CELEBRATE 2024
Celebrating the New Year in Japan might be a little bit different from western countries, but there are a various events you can take...

Michelle Motoki
Dec 27, 2023


THINGS TO DO IN SAPPORO BY JIMOTO JAPAN
Planning to visit the capital of Hokkaido, Sapporo? I have a practical mini guide for you. Sapporo is one of the most famous destinations...

Michelle Motoki
Dec 19, 2023


WINTER IN JAPAN - FIVE PLACES TO VISIT BY JIMOTO JAPAN
If you are plannig a trip to Japan in December, January and February, you will see how beautiful winter landscapes Japan has to offer...

Michelle Motoki
Dec 14, 2023


REVIEW: ETHIOPIAN AIRLINES FROM BRAZIL TO JAPAN - JIMOTO JAPAN
I recently visited my family in a one-month trip to Brazil. It was a round trip from Tokyo-São Paulo with connections in Seoul and Addis...

Michelle Motoki
Dec 8, 2023


HOW TO EAT ON A BUGDET IN JAPAN
One of the biggest reasons I hear people say they don’t travel is the Money. Some people may find it hard to travel due to a small budget...

Michelle Motoki
Sep 27, 2023


Autumn has started in Japan
This week Autumn started in Japan, this means that in a few weeks Japan will be colored in shades of red, yellow and brown. In my...

Michelle Motoki
Sep 25, 2023


Summer Hacks for Japan Scorching Summer.
You might have heard how hot and humid it is in Japan during summer time. The humidity takes summer to a whole new level especially in...

Michelle Motoki
Jul 30, 2023
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