For those looking for a day trip from Osaka to Himeji, we’d argue that half a day is all you need! Spend the morning exploring Himeji’s world famous Castle and then grab some lunch on the shopping streets near the station. From there, head back to Osaka or to wherever you’re going next!
Day Trip To Nara
Whether you’re coming from Kyoto or Osaka, Nara is the perfect town for a day trip. With unparalleled temples and shrines, this beautiful town is a peaceful to get away and see a quieter side of Japan. And of course, you can’t miss the world famous Nara deer. But beware, they’re a bit more aggressive than they may seem!
Moxy Shin Umeda (Osaka) Hotel Review
The Moxy at Shin Umeda in Osaka is an excellent hotel for exploring Japan’s third-largest city. The small, but precisely laid out rooms, are both stylish and functional. If you need to relax from your exploration, grab a drink or snack from the hip lobby bar.
Run to check out Teamlab Borderless (Odaiba, Tokyo)
Run, don’t walk to check out Teamlab Borderless in Odaiba. This location will close in August 2022, before reopening elsewhere in the city in 2023. But first, there’s a special cherry blossom digital art exhibit coming this spring!
What is 1000 yen in USD and what can it get me in Japan?
When planning a trip to Japan, it’s good to have a budget. And to have a budget, it’s important to know what the going exchange rate is. We’ll keep this updated frequently so you always know what 1000 Yen in USD is!
Is Japan Open for Tourists?
As of late February 2022, Japan is still not open for tourism. However, in the last few weeks there have been exciting updates that portend change coming soon!
An Afternoon in Shimokitazawa (下北沢）
Shimokitazawa (下北沢) is a front-runner for Tokyo’s coolest neighborhoods. A hipster-laden, used closed paradise has a distinctly hip vibe while new developments provide independent businesses a place to thrive.
Best Sushi in Shibuya, Tokyo
Two of the best sushi restaurants in Shibuya and all of Tokyo!