Cherry Blossom forecast for Japan 2026

Cherry Blossom forecast for Japan 2026

The cherry blossom season in Japan does not arrive all at once. Every year, a pink wave of blooming cherry trees travels from the warm south toward the cooler north, and if you truly want to experience it, it’s worth knowing where it all begins. The year 2026 will be...
Mobile internet with eSIM when traveling to Japan

Mobile internet with eSIM when traveling to Japan

When planning a trip to Japan, having stable internet on your mobile phone is one of the most important things – and eSIM is currently the most convenient way to do this without a physical SIM card. Below you will find an overview of three popular eSIM providers. I...
Lake Tanuki – a peaceful lake near Mount Fuji

Lake Tanuki – a peaceful lake near Mount Fuji

Lake Tanuki lies slightly hidden behind Mount Fuji, but if you visit the area around the mountain, be sure to visit the lake. You can get there by bus from the city of Fujinomiya, for example. I walked to Lake Tanuki from Shiraito Falls. The walk took me about an hour...
Ueno Zoo – Tokyo

Ueno Zoo – Tokyo

Ueno Zoo covers an area of ​​14.3 hectares and is located right in the center of Tokyo. Without a doubt, the biggest attraction to visit is the giant panda. Since I haven’t had the opportunity to see a panda with my own eyes yet, I was really looking forward to...
Akihabara – What you can see and must visit here

Akihabara – What you can see and must visit here

Akihabara is one of the most famous, busiest and most interesting streets in Tokyo, you should definitely not miss it! You will find shops focused on electronics, manga, anime and video games here, including the Tokyo Anime Center. The genius loci here stands out...