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When Is The Best Time To Visit Japan?
The good news for travelers is that there is no single best time of year to travel to Japan. Yet this makes it difficult to decide when to visit, as each of Japan’s seasons has its own special...
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Matsumoto: A Unique Perspective on a Beautiful Destination
I arrived in Matsumoto on a cold night, the chill of winter still enveloping the streets, a breath of rain in the air. The mountain cold was disorienting after having arrived from a distinctly warmer...
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Luxury Hotels in Japan: A Curated List of the Best Hotels and Ryokans
Looking for a carefully curated list of Japan’s best boutique and luxury hotels and ryokans? You’ve found it! Japan is home to some of the world’s most spectacular properties, ranging from...
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Japan Travel Tips: Expert Advice for an Amazing Trip
Thanks to years of planning Japan trips for our clients (and ourselves), we’ve amassed a wealth of invaluable experience and essential travel tips. Whether you’re visiting Japan for the first time, or...
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Honeymoon in Japan: Ideas & Inspiration for Your Special Trip
If you love food, culture, and immersive travel experiences, it’s no surprise you’re thinking about a honeymoon in Japan. As one of the world’s most appealing and fascinating countries, over the last...
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20 Essential Japanese Phrases for Travelers to Japan
If you’re visiting Japan and a little worried about the language barrier, we’ve got you covered with these essential Japanese phrases for travelers. In our guide to what we believe are the most...
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Japan’s Best Destinations: Tokyo, Kyoto & Beyond
If you’re planning a trip to Japan, one of the most important – and challenging – steps is deciding where to visit. With so many amazing destinations to choose from, and so much information on the...
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Best Luxury Ryokans for a Short Japan Trip
Discerning travelers may want to spend a night or two in one of Japan’s best ryokans. Ryokans are a uniquely Japanese experience, one that’s worth exploring during your next visit. When visiting Japan...
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Exploring the City of Peace: 22 of the Best Things to do in Hiroshima
Hiroshima is a vibrant and cosmopolitan metropolis that has risen from the ashes of the tragedy in its past. Today, it projects a message of peace and hope to the world, full of fascinating and...
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Travel to Japan and the Coronavirus
Questions about the coronavirus and how it is affecting Japan travel? At Boutique Japan, we have been monitoring the situation extremely closely, and lately we’ve been answering a lot of questions...
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Ryokans in Japan: Tradition & Luxury
Staying at a ryokan — an authentic Japanese-style inn — is a great way to fully immerse yourself in traditional Japanese culture. But for non-Japanese travelers, there can be quite a few surprises...
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Recommended Reading for Japan: Books to Read Before Your Trip
Reading about Japan is one of the best ways to get excited for your trip, and we’ve put together a comprehensive Japan reading list for serious book lovers and light readers alike. Japan guidebooks can...
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25 Japan Experiences to Add to Your Bucket List
At Boutique Japan, our specialty is helping travelers who believe that travel is about unique, memorable experiences – not just sightseeing or checking items off a list. But when you’re planning a...
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Kyoto: A Comprehensive Guide to Visiting Japan’s Ancient Capital
Kyoto is what most people envision when they think of Japan. The country’s spiritual heart and cultural soul, it’s a stunningly beautiful city of ancient temples, picturesque shrines, charming...
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What to Do if You Have One Day in Tokyo
Tokyo, the capital of Japan, is one of the world’s largest and most exciting cities. From perhaps the best food in the world – to neighborhoods as diverse as Shibuya, Yanaka, Daikanyama and Kagurazaka...
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Tokyo Olympics: To Go or Not to Go?
The 2020 Summer Olympics, now scheduled for 2021, are poised to be an important event for Tokyo, Japan, and the world following their postponement due to the coronavirus. Ever since Japan’s successful...
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Japan’s Best Festivals (Matsuri)
Japan has more festivals (matsuri) than almost any other country in the world, and Japanese festivals – in all their color, tradition, and exuberance – are often spectacular. The celebrations...
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Top 5 Historic Tokyo Ramen Shops
Ramen lovers thrive on seeking out new and obscure ramen shops, but it would be a mistake to overlook the classics, so we’re thrilled to introduce these 5 historic Tokyo ramen shops. With thousands of...
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Money in Japan: Cash, Credit Cards, and ATMs
As you prepare for your Japan trip, you’re probably curious about money in Japan, how much yen you might need, and whether or not you’ll be able to use your credit or debit cards as you travel around...
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When Is The Best Time To Visit Japan?
The good news for travelers is that there is no single best time of year to travel to Japan — yet this makes it difficult to decide when to visit, as each of Japan’s seasons has its own special...
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