Best Places to Visit in Japan this Autumn
Autumn in Japan is by far my favourite time to travel, with the summer temperatures finally cooling down, and the landscapes across the country being completely transformed.
8 Design Hotels for Your Next Japan Itinerary
From luxury ryokans to modern architectural showcases and intimate design spaces to traditional machiya townhouses, Japan offers a wealth of unique options for the inquisitive traveller. Here are 8 of my favourite Design Hotels.
The Best Honeymoon Hotels in Japan: From Tokyo to Kyoto
A trip to Japan offers a blend of long-standing cultural traditions and once-in-a-lifetime experiences, making it a perfect destination for celebrating newlyweds.
How I Escape the Tokyo Heat Each Summer (And How You Can Too)
Summer in Japan is the perfect time to climb the majestic Mt Fuji, take a trip to the tropical islands of Okinawa, or embark on a pilgrimage along one of Japan’s spiritual hiking trails.
Sample Yamanashi Prefecture’s Finest Japanese Wines and French Cuisine
Known across the nation as the birthplace of Japanese wine production, Yamanashi Prefecture aka ‘The Kingdom of Fruit’ is home to over 200 wine brands.
How to Beat the Crowds in Japan (Without the Early Wake-up Call)
Picture this: You arrive in Japan for your long-awaited trip. You’ve spent weeks noting down the most famous shrines and temples. Only it turns out everyone else had the same idea...
Escape the City: 7 Easy Day Trips from Tokyo
What most people miss when planning a first time itinerary to Tokyo, is the wealth of day trips on offer on the outskirts of the city.
7 Remote Hotels For Your Next Trip to Japan
Japan has so many unique remote hotels; from a traditional farmhouse converted into a design hotel in Toyama, to a luxury escape in the subtropical islands of Okinawa.
What Type of Accommodation Should You Book in Japan?
From boutique hotels and ryokans steeped in history to unique architectural Airbnbs and everything in between, it’s easy to get overwhelmed when choosing where to stay.
6 Alternative Experiences for Your Next Trip to Kyoto
Beyond Kyoto’s well-trodden tourist trail lies a city filled with local curiosities, artisans and experiences found nowhere else on earth.
7 Design Hotels for Your Next Trip to Kyoto
From luxury ryokans to modern architecture showcases, here are six of my favourite design-focused hotels across Japan’s ever-evolving ancient capital.
Everything You Need to Know to Get Your First Hotel Photography Assignment
How can you stay at your dream hotel and get paid in the process? Here I share everything I know when it comes to making money whilst working with hotels.
Where Ancient Tradition Meets Modern Travel: Amanemu, Ise Shima
The connection to nature and genuine celebration of local culture are what sets Amanemu apart.
Download Your FREE Tokyo Neighbourhoods eBook
Kickstart your Tokyo travel plans with my latest snapshot guide, featuring 10 of my favourite Tokyo Neighbourhoods. I’ll take you to some of my favourite hidden corners and offer a more thoughtful, slower way to appreciate Tokyo, away from the usual tourist traps.