Just a few hours away from Tokyo, the city of Nagano is home to one of Japan’s most important shrines, the famous snow monkeys and much more – so, what should you do when you visit? Here are our top 10 things to do in Nagano.
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 Takayama
If you plan to visit Takayama on your trip, you might wonder what to do there. There’s actually quite a lot, and you can easily spend 2-3 days exploring the town and some nearby fun spots. These are the 10 things you shouldn’t miss when you do.
15 Things to Book in Advance in Kyoto & Osaka
Visiting Japan can take a little bit more planning than some other destinations – and one reason for this is that some of the very popular things to see can sell out in advance or simply don’t take walk-in customers. Here’s what you need to book in advance in Kyoto and Osaka to ensure you don’t miss out.
Top Tips for Staying in Tokyo Bay
Located on the far west of Tokyo, the Tokyo Bay resort area is surrounded by sea, has some large, family-friendly hotels, some of which have pools, and it’s right by the Tokyo Disney Parks, but if you do stay here, what can you do, where is there to eat – and, what are the best hotels to stay in? Find out here…
teamLab Planets Expanded in 2025
Although they probably wouldn’t thank me for saying this, teamLab Planets has always been a bit overshadowed by the bigger, flashier, and currently newer teamLab Borderless. But that might be about to change, as in 2025, teamLab Planets had a makeover – and it’s now nearly as popular as Borderless.
What I Thought of the Nintendo Museum in Kyoto
The Nintendo Museum opened in Kyoto in October 2024 and was immediately a sell-out. So, does it deserve the hype? I went along to find out.
How to Beat The Crowds on the Hakone Loop
The Hakone Loop is the most popular thing to do in Hakone. Every single person I spoke to there was doing it. Get it right, and you’ll see some cool sights and enjoy everything from cute trains to cable cars. Get it wrong, and you’ll experience a massive time suck, surrounded by people, and an experience that feels a bit like a sheep being herded. So, here’s how to do it the right way.
10 Brilliant Things to do in Hakone – That Aren’t The Loop
Every single person I met in Hakone was doing one thing on their trip – the circuit known as The Loop – which is a shame, as, of all the things I did in Hakone on my recent visit, the Loop was not the most interesting or fun.
So, if you’re visiting Hakone for more than one day or want to expand your horizons outside of the Loop, here’s what else you might want to do on your trip.