An update about upcoming episodes
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19 Tammi 6min
The easiest way to include Shikoku in ANY Japan Travel plan!
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.Errata: At 11:08 w...
18 Tammi 29min
Japan forever changed: Thoughts on the state of tourism and travel in Japan
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 exp...
28 Joulu 202530min
9 insane tourist traps of Tokyo (and our perfectly sane alternatives)
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!Business contact and listener feedback:...
7 Joulu 202539min
The well-trodden Nara and the hidden Nara
Nara is not a "day trip". Here's why.Nara Park, Todaiji Temple and Kasuga ShrineHeijo Palace Site, Toshodaiji Temple, Yakushiji TempleImaicho Town, Tanzan Shrine, Hasedera TempleBusiness contact and l...
16 Marras 202526min
9 more tips for saving money on a Japan trip!
Don’t waste your travel budget on simple mistakes that can be prevented by listening to JTS! We’ve got 9 more ways to stretch your yennies on this episode of the show! Lodging: Minshuku and shukuboObs...
26 Loka 202526min
Smart to visit: Northern Tohoku - Aomori and Akita prefectures
We continue our Smart to Visit series by returning to the Tohoku region on one of our most eclectic trip reports yet! It’s time to introduce Aomori and Akita prefectures!Hachinohe-Niida-maru cruise-Na...
5 Loka 202523min
Learn from my most egregious mistakes traveling in Japan!
Everyone screws up traveling in Japan. But especially me. Find out more on this episode.Business contact and listener feedback: japantravelsmart@gmail.com X (Twitter) InstagramMusic by Reza Alvin ...
14 Syys 202529min
