Tips– category –

Which ATMs in Japan accept foreign cards?

How to publish books in Japan: A guide for aspiring authors

Overwhelmed by Japan’s numerous rules? Just stay calm and follow the locals

Handing money to the cashier? Use the small tray!

A basic guide to disposing garbage in Japan

Are taxis affordable in Japan?

How to handle rush hour on Japanese trains like a pro

How can I get prescription glasses or contacts in Japan?

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

Tokyo to Haneda: The Monorail is an excellent option

Sudomari: The cheapest way to stay at minshuku

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!