Toyama City isn’t the biggest city in Japan, which makes the decision on where to stay here rather simple, so here’s where we suggest…
Central Japan
Tips and tricks for cities in Central Japan. These include Nagoya, Nagano, Toyama, Kanazawa, Takayama, Shirakawa-go. Find itineraries, accommodation advice and transport tips.
How Long Should You Stay in Toyama?
It’s not on everyone’s Japan itinerary, but if you plan to stop in this city between Nagano and Kanazawa, how long do you need to spend there? Here’s what we suggest…
Should you Visit Kanazawa’s Ninja Temple?
You can’t take any photos, there’s an obligatory tour all in Japanese, you have to make a reservation to even get onto said tour – and, frankly, the reviews online aren’t always good. So, how did a trip to Myouryu-ji, Kanazawa’s Ninja Temple, turn out to be one of the highlights of my trip to Kanazawa? Read on and find out…
How to Spend One Day in Toyama
Toyama is located along Japan’s new Golden Route between Nagano and Kanazawa. So, is it worth spending a day here? And what can you do if you do? Here’s our guide to spending one day in Toyama.
Where to Stay in Nagano: Good Areas & Hotels to Consider
If you’re visiting the city of Nagano on your Japan trip and aren’t sure where to stay, check out our guide. It suggests the best areas for first-time travelers and picks the best hotel choices for your type of travel.
3 Mistakes Not To Make If You Visit Narai Juku
If you’ve been researching your Japan trip on social media, you might have seen the pretty post town of Narai Juku and decided to add it to your itinerary. But if you do – make sure you read this first so you don’t make the same mistakes that we did.
Collecting The ‘Seven Lucky God’ Stamps in Nagano
If you’re looking for something fun to do in Nagano, how about collecting stamps from the Seven Lucky Gods? The city has a walking course where you can pick up a special sheet and then go around seven shrines/temples in the city collecting their individual red seals. It’s a great way to see some smaller … Read more
How Long Should You Spend in Nagano?
Located just under two hours from Tokyo, Nagano is a good first stop if you plan a trip around the Japanese Alps region. But how long should you stay there? Here’s what I suggest after my recent trip there.