Japan – Page 6 – Travels With Matt Blog

Blog: Flying into Haneda

I nearly forgot that for the first time in my many trips to Japan, I am finally flying into Haneda upon my arrival (and not Narita for once).

How to get from Narita Airport to Tokyo

Congratulations, you have made it to Japan. You have traveled for hours, but your journey is still not quite over. In fact, you are still an hour away from downtown Tokyo, so how on earth do you manage not only the jet lag but also getting you and your luggage into the city? Here are some ways to get into the city.

Blog: Japan in 2 months!

My brain is having a hard time realizing that I am going to be heading to Japan in just about 2 months! It doesn’t feel real until I look at the calendar and reality begins to kick in.

Final verdict: Solo travel vs. group travel

I have listed all of the positives and negatives for both traveling by yourself and the ups and downs with traveling with a group. So what is the answer? Is it better to travel on your own or to travel with a group? The answer, at least to me, is not that simple.

Blog: Trying something new

All of my posts on this site are geared to inform and entertain travelers. While I enjoy doing that, I find myself wanting to add a personal touch to the posts but have been reluctant to do it. However, a lot of thought, I figure, why not?

Hotel Review: The Gate Hotel by Kaminarimon by HULIC

The Gate Hotel by Kaminarimon in Asakusa, Tokyo is one of the nicer hotels I have stayed in while visiting Tokyo. It is located right across the street from Sensoji Temple, putting it in an ideal location for any tourist wanting to explore this incredible part of Tokyo.

5 restaurant experiences to try in Tokyo

There are a lot of amazing restaurants, both big and small, to experience while exploring Tokyo (and throughout Japan). Here are five that are a must when you visit Japan. They are sure to fit any appetite and budget, no matter what you are looking for.

Restaurant Review: Gonpachi

If you are a fan of Kill Bill and the epic fight scene against the Crazy 88, then you should visit this restaurant. If you are looking for an average meal in Tokyo with high prices, then this place is also for you.

Top travel websites for planning a trip to Japan

There are a lot of websites out there when planning an international trip to Japan. While the amount of information can be overwhelming at first, these are some of the top websites I have used and have trusted in my past trips and recommend you visit before heading out on that next vacation.

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