Tips– category –

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 navigate rush hour on trains in Japan like a local

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!

Mastering the art of Japan’s unspoken rules

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

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