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[RE-RECORDED] Smart to visit: A sampler escapade on the revitalized coast of Iwate
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! Support the podcast! Buy me a coffee at Ko-...
1 Mar 26min
![[RE-RECORDED] 9 understated Japan survival tips](https://cdn.podme.com/podcast-images/E667BB70F538D9111BD328D86C5B3D84_small.jpg)
[RE-RECORDED] 9 understated Japan survival tips
What is some travel advice applicable to Japan that no one is really bringing up? Find out in this episode! Support the podcast! Buy me a coffee at Ko-Fi!Business contact and listener feedback: japan...
15 Feb 23min
![[RE-RECORDED] My 9 favorite online resources for where to visit and what to do in Japan!](https://cdn.podme.com/podcast-images/E667BB70F538D9111BD328D86C5B3D84_small.jpg)
[RE-RECORDED] My 9 favorite online resources for where to visit and what to do in Japan!
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. Support the podcast! Buy me a coffee at K...
1 Feb 24min

An update about upcoming episodes
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19 Jan 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 Jan 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 Des 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 Des 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 Nov 202526min



















