Miyajima might only be a small island, but there’s a lot to cram into a visit. Here are the 10 things we don’t think you should miss.
Things to Do
Guides to the best things to do all over Japan – from the top 10 sights in the main tourist cities to small attractions you shouldn’t miss.
Top 10 Things to do in Hiroshima
If you’re visiting Hiroshima on your Japan trip, what are the city’s must-see sights? Here are our top 10 must-dos…
Is Visiting Hiroshima’s Orizuru Tower Worth It?
The Orizuru Tower overlooks the city of Hiroshima – but is it worth visiting? Check out our review and find out.
What to Expect at the Osaka Museum of Housing and Living
It took me five trips to Osaka to get here, as it has one of the most boring-sounding names in the entire world – but trust me, if you go in with the right attitude, this place is fun, and definitely a good thing to do in Osaka with kids. Here’s what to expect at Osaka’s worst-named museum!
What to Expect on Osaka’s ‘Don Quijote’ Ferris Wheel
The Ebisu Tower Ferris Wheel costs 1,000 yen (cash only) and takes 15 minutes. Is the queue worth it if you’re scared of heights? Our honest review, plus opening hours and the best time to go.
teamLab Opens a New Kyoto Museum in 2025
There’s a hot new ticket in town. The art collective teamLab has opened a new art experience in Kyoto. Called teamLab Biovortex Kyoto, it opened on October 7th 2025. Here’s what to know before your visit.
Harry Potter Fans: USJ or Warner Bros Tokyo – Which is Right For You?
If you’re visiting Japan and love Harry Potter, you have two fun theme park experiences to feed your love of all things magical and Muggle – Universal Studios Japan and Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo: The Making of Harry Potter. But if time is limited, which should you pick? Here’s what to think about.
10 Best Things to Do in Kanazawa
Kanazawa is probably best known for the pretty streets of Higashi Chaya, its old geisha district, but there are a lot more things to do here than wander these. Here are our top 10 things to do in Kanazawa.