Travels With Matt Blog

Tokyo Skytree Guide

Tokyo Skytree is the second tallest building in the world and the tallest in all of Japan. Here is information for you before you book your tickets to this wild observation deck.

Happy New Year!

Happy New Year everyone, welcome to 2024! Hope everyone has a safe and fun holiday and may your year be full of joy, fun, adventure, and of course, travel!

I’m going to give this blogging thing another chance. That means making an investment into the platform, working on the site itself, and of course, producing more content on the platform to get my name out there more than before.

Imperial Palace Guide

The Imperial Palace, located at the heart of Tokyo, is an iconic landmark and a go-to for all the tour groups that explore Tokyo. Here are my thoughts on the palace and the surrounding area.

Laying it out there

Blogs like this one are usually all about business. Posts are built to get the most out of the SEO work that goes into them and in turn the blogger hopes to get the most from their affiliate marketing or whatever path they have chosen to monetize their blog.

Mori Tower Guide

Mori Tower in Roppongi Hills is still one of my favorite observation decks in Tokyo due to its views and price point.

Hotel review: Hyatt Regency Shinjuku

The Hyatt Regency Shinjuku is a highly rated hotel in the heart of Shinjuku, but I was not that impressed with it during my stay despite its reputation.

Hotel Review: Mitsui Garden Hotel Ginza Premier

The Mitsui Garden Hotel Ginza Premier is one of the nicest hotels I have stayed at while visiting Japan over the years due its rooms, facilities, staff, and location.

Uber in Tokyo

When I visited Tokyo back in 2019, Uber was not a thing. It was hardly a useful app, only being able to call a taxi and useful in just a few spots around Tokyo. In 2023, it has changed but is still an expensive option.

Return to Japan in 2024?

I love Japan, that much is clear, but will I return to this incredible country again in 2024? I am undecided at the moment, but if I do I will need to change some things for the next trip.

A quick word of advice: Breathe

Tokyo can seem really intimidating at first look and there is some validity to it. The number of people, the sprawling landscape, and the language barrier can all make it hard to deal with for any experienced traveler. It can all be a bit much if you are not prepared for it, but I want to tell you it’s OK. Take a deep breath, relax, and enjoy the show.

Hotel Review: Comfort Inn

Comfort Inn is a 3-star hotel in the heart of Roppongi and located right on Roppongi Dori (formerly known as The B Roppongi).