Japan Travel Smart

<p>This time around, I finally decide to cover Tokyo without going into the obvious. Actually, we are throwing out the guidebook for this one, because it's all about how I personally approach the city!</p><p><br></p><p>...

This time around, I finally decide to cover Tokyo without going into the obvious. Actually, we are throwing out the guidebook for this one, because it's all about how I personally approach the city! Support the podcast...

<p>Sit back and tune in to another carefully crafted episode of JTS with unconventional tricks and tips inspired from personal experience alone to vastly enhance anyone's independent discovery of...

<p>In the age of increasingly ambitious and complex independent travel itineraries, it becomes incredibly easy to mess up your best possible travel plans. Take every scenario into consideration by maintaining your own...

<p>Be inspired to visit more than one popular destination in Hyogo, a stone’s throw away from Kyoto and Osaka!</p><p><br></p><p> Support the podcast! Buy me a coffee at Ko-Fi!</p><p><br></p><p>Kobe</p><p>-Nada Sake...

<p>Traveling in Japan for weeks at a time while packing just a carry-on: Is it feasible or even possible? Find out on this episode of JTS!</p><p><br></p><p> Support the podcast! Buy me a coffee at...

<p>It's time to get you up to speed with the wonderful world of Japanese convenience stores, as well as the relatively low key supermarket offerings. What sets them apart? How do you ask the clerk for a fork or refuse a...

<p>Dare to head away from the well trodden path and go into coastal Iwate for a different Japan! Find out how we did it on this episode of Japan Travel Smart!</p><p><br></p><p> Support the podcast! Buy me a coffee at...

<p>What is some travel advice applicable to Japan that no one is really bringing up? Find out in this episode!</p><p><br></p><p> Support the podcast! Buy me a coffee at Ko-Fi!</p><p><br></p><p>Business contact and...

<p>So you’ve decided to do your own travel itinerary planning for your trip to Japan. But where should you start? Here are some websites that will make it easy.</p><p><br></p><p> Support the podcast! Buy me a coffee at...

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<p>Were you already thinking you'd need to skip Shikoku on a trip around Japan? Think again! I'll tell you how easy it is to include the island region of Shikoku on ANY Japan itinerary.</p><p><br></p><p>Errata: At 11:08...

<p>Japan has changed so much ever since we first started visiting. Some of these changes really alter the travel situation for better or for worse! Find out what changes actually affect your visiting experience in order...

<p>These Tokyo attractions and experiences are popular, but are they worth it in 2025 and beyond? Be sure to listen in before signing off on that Tokyo travel plan!</p><p><br></p><p>Business contact and listener...

<p>Nara is not a "day trip". Here's why.</p><p><br></p><p>Nara Park, Todaiji Temple and Kasuga Shrine</p><p><br></p><p>Heijo Palace Site, Toshodaiji Temple, Yakushiji Temple</p><p><br></p><p>Imaicho Town, Tanzan Shrine...