Tips– category –

Lost in Tokyo Station? It’s OKAY, help is everywhere!

Tokyo to Haneda: The Monorail is an excellent option

Seishun 18 Kippu: One of the best nationwide train tickets in Japan

Tips for staying at a family-run minshuku

Score tickets for a Japanese baseball game…with ease!

Fastest route from Tokyo to Yokohama: The Tokaido Main Line

Mastering the art of Japan’s unspoken rules

Packed train in Japan survival guide

Escalator etiquette in Japan–it’s the little things that make a big difference!

Boarding a local train at rush hour? Recline and relax on Japan’s Green Car Service

Bufferin: A reliable pain reliever for a variety of needs

How to buy shinkansen (bullet train) tickets

Train travel extravaganza! Yokohama to Tokyo

Beach day in Japan? Here’s an insider tip

Basic tips you should know before experiencing your first nomihoudai (all you can drink) in Japan!

Don’t go rogue with the ramen toppings! Always try the OG first

Desperately need to charge your phone? McDonald’s to the rescue!

6 steps for handling your business card exchange in Japan like a boss

A simple guide to koban (police stations) in Japan

Where to find English books in Tokyo

Yokohama’s one-day bus pass is convenient and affordable

Headed to a hospital in Japan? Here’s my advice

Need medical help in Japan? Check out these helpful resources

A guide to finding English-speaking hospitals in Japan