Japan Etiquette: Rules Tourists Must Know

Etiquette in Japan for Tourists

Ever worried about accidentally offending someone during your Japan trip? Knowing a few basic customs helps you enjoy your trip more and show respect to your hosts. After living in Japan for over 2 decades, I have learned what helps tourists fit in naturally. This guide covers the most important Japan etiquette rules you need […]

Tokyo Disneyland vs DisneySea: The Ultimate Showdown

Tokyo Disneyland vs DisneySea

Feature Tokyo Disneyland Tokyo DisneySea Opening Date April 15, 1983 September 4, 2001 Theme Classic Disney fairy tales and fantasy Nautical adventures and exploration Layout Modeled after Disneyland & Magic Kingdom with a spoke-and-wheel design Unique layout with seven themed ports around a central body of water Icon Cinderella Castle Mount Prometheus (within Mysterious Island) […]

Is Nagoya Worth Visiting? An Honest Answer from Someone Who Actually Lives There

Is Nagoya Worth Visiting?

I’ve lived in Nagoya since January 2000, and in that time I’ve eaten at places with no English menus and no TripAdvisor listings, raised a family in a neighbourhood most visitors never reach, and watched the city change in ways no press trip could show you. This is the real answer to the question most […]