While Japanese can be a highly complex language, some of it is more familiar than you might think. A lot of words have very similar pronunciation to the same word in English – so, here’s 100 useful Japanese words you might need on your trip that you probably already know (or won’t find it hard to learn)
Japan Travel Tips
The best advice for planning your trip to Japan – and getting around the country once you arrive.
Hidden Dangers in Japan You’d Never Expect to Encounter
Japan is one of the safest countries in the world to visit, but that doesn’t mean you can let your guard down completely. Here are a few things to watch out for – some are serious, others, maybe not so much!
How to Survive in Japan – With Just 8 Key Phrases
Master essential phrases like ‘please’, ‘thank you’ and ‘excuse me’ and add in a couple of simple questions, and you’ll both delight the Japanese you meet and help your trip go a bit more smoothly. Here’s what to master.
Avoid These 7 Tourist Trap Nightmares in Japan!
Most of the things I’ve done in Japan have been amazing – a few, though, were a little less stellar! So, while the above might be a slightly clickbait headline, if you’re tight on time, these are the places I’ve visited in the past that did not live up to the hype and that you might also want to skip.
Eat Like a Local: Japan’s Best Cheap Eats for Under $10
You don’t have to spend a fortune to eat well in Japan – or, to try lots of different foods. Here are 10 dishes in Japan that you can easily try for under US$10 – around 1500 yen. And some of our favourite places to try them.
5 Shinkansen Trains in Japan That Need a Seat Reservation
Catching a bullet train in Japan can be as simple as turning up at the station, buying your ticket and jumping on the next service – but not always. Some popular trains become reservation-only at some times of the year, and a few others operate reservation-only seating year-round. Here’s what you need to know to ensure you don’t get caught out.
What Does It Cost to Visit Japan?
Japan used to have a reputation as a costly place to visit. As I write this, the exchange rate has changed that opinion – but how much will you actually spend? Here’s a rough guide…
How to Order at Ichiran in Japan
If you’re planning on visiting the Ichiran ramen chain on your trip to Japan, it’s good to have an idea of how their unique ordering system works so you can breeze through it like a local. Let us explain…