Planning a trip to Japan can feel overwhelming. Find out how working with a a Japan travel specialist makes your trip smoother, richer & more personalized.

Among the hundreds of Michelin-starred restaurants in Japan, many specialize in ramen. Ichiran is not one of those restaurants. How does Ichiran stack up to local ramen shops in Japan? Find out!

Etiquette in Japan isn't about following a strict set of rules. It's about being aware, being respectful and being open to new experiences... that turn a good trip into an unforgettable one.

Travel light! But if you can’t, a useful servicein Japan is luggage delivery, also known as baggage forwarding (takkyubin/対面便). It lets you send bags ahead to the next hotel. Find out more.

When you work in travel and tourism, you get to experience the world through their eyes. It keeps travel fresh for us, even in a country we know deeply. Some might call it “living vicariously” – though we see it as a way to keep our own sense of wonder alive.

When planning a trip to Japan, one of the biggest logistical decisions travelers face is whether to stay in one or two hotels as a “home base” or to move around and stay in different locations throughout the trip.