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Tips for a long road trip

After a long road trip to Miami two weeks ago, I wanted to share a few things that you should do before heading out on a long road trip.

Hotel review: The B Roppongi (now Comfort Inn)

In 2019, I stayed at multiple hotels on my trip to Japan with my friends. This is a quick review of the first hotel we stayed in when we first arrived in Roppongi, the B Roppongi.

Note: Per their website, the B Roppongi is no longer a hotel in Roppongi. Instead, it is now named Comfort Inn. It has a new name but is still the same hotel (same location, etc.) so the review should be able to give you some kind of insight about this hotel.

5 tourist spots to watch out for in Kyoto

Kyoto is home to some of the most incredible temples and shrines in all of Japan. While it is home to many amazing sites, some of them should come with a little bit of a warning for tourists before they venture out to explore them. Here are some to watch out for as you explore Kyoto and what to expect.

5 things to know about Japanese hotels

Japanese hotels are very unique when compared to Western style hotels. Here are a few things to know about them before you pack a giant suitcase and head to Japan. These little notes will help you pack and prepare for some unique features of Japanese hotels that may surprise you.

A few things I wish I knew before visiting Japan

Having every bit of information you can get before you leave on any international trip is important. These were a few things I wish I had known before I packed my bag and headed to Japan all the way back in 2017 (and even again in 2019).

5 foods to try in Japan if you don’t like sushi

When you think food and Japan, you will probably think about sushi or some kind of raw seafood. What happens if you don’t like sushi or raw fish though? Don’t worry, there are plenty of other incredible food options for you to try that do not involve either fast food or American restaurants (no one should travel to Japan to eat at a Denny’s). Here are some things to try in Japan that will satisfy that hunger and make you a fan of the Japanese cuisine.

Focusing on content

As 2023 fast approaches, I am going to focus in on content on the blog because everything else seems to get me sidetracked.

5 must see sites in Tokyo

There is so much to see and do in Tokyo, making it is nearly impossible to do everything on your list. Just walking down the street, you will find something new around every corner. To help you narrow it down, here are five must-see sites in Tokyo to add to your itinerary.

Safety in Japan

How safe is Japan? Japan has a reputation of being one of the safer countries in the world for tourists, but just how safe is it for the average tourist? Here is what I have seen while visiting it over the past few years as both a solo traveler and with a small group.

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