Anne Sutherland-Smith 
Japan’s cherry blossom season – known as sakura – runs from late March through early May, moving gradually from south to north across the country. It is one of the most anticipated events on the Japanese calendar and one of the top reasons international visitors plan their trips around spring. This guide covers the best … Read more
We were tired. We were hungry. We were lost in Tokyo Station. We had all of our luggage with us. And we had minimal local money left. All in all it was a less than glorious start to our long planned family holiday to Japan. While I am an experienced international traveller this was my … Read more
Planning a trip to the heart of Australia? Understanding the best time to visit Uluru and Alice Springs is key to a memorable journey. This article will guide you through the ideal seasons for exploring these iconic destinations, balancing weather, crowds, and unique events. We have compiled all of this information below to help you … Read more
Planning a two-week trip to Japan for the first time can feel overwhelming—there are endless possibilities, and it’s hard to know where to start. We remember facing the same challenge when we planned our first visit. We wanted to experience Japan’s famous cities, but we also craved time in the mountains and a chance to … Read more
Baseball is the most popular amateur and professional sport in Japan and we can confirm that Japanese baseball games are an amazing experience! After hearing about the Japanese love of baseball, we definitely wanted to attend a baseball game during our family trip to Japan. We ended up attending a sold-out match between the Yomiuri … Read more
Climbing Mt. Fuji is one of Japan’s most popular summer adventures. Each year, during the short official climbing season from early July to early September, thousands of people set out to reach the summit of this iconic peak. But what begins as an exciting idea often leads to an important decision: should you tackle the … Read more
Walking to see snow monkeys in the Jigokudani Monkey Park in Japan was like a dream come true. After being inspired by the iconic image of the Japanese snow monkeys, we finally achieved our goal of seeing them with our own eyes, and they did not disappoint. The aim of this article is to help … Read more
With our feet dangling in the air, we were then launched backwards, almost straight into a sharp drop, which definitely lifted our heart rates before going straight into a 76-metre backward climb. Riding the Eejanaika roller coaster was our top highlight at Fuji Q Highland, and we look forward to sharing our experiences riding the … Read more
When we were planning our recent trip to Japan, we decided early that we were keen to see a sumo wrestling tournament in Tokyo during our visit as a different way to experience the Japanese culture – and it certainly was a great experience which I would definitely recommend to other visitors to Japan! You … Read more
Welcome to the fun world of Japanese-themed dinner parties, where tradition meets elegance, and every detail contributes to an immersive cultural experience. Japanese cuisine is renowned for its refined simplicity and emphasis on seasonal ingredients, but the dining experience extends far beyond the food itself. The magic lies in the presentation, ambience, and authentic tableware, … Read more