At Boutique Japan, our specialty is helping travelers who believe that travel is about unique experiences, not just sightseeing or…
Andres Zuleta
Andres founded Boutique Japan to share his passion and enthusiasm for Japan, and over the years he has had the opportunity to help countless wonderful travelers from around the world experience Japan in a truly personal and immersive way.
We’re Hiring an Operations Specialist
Do you love the excitement of travel and the minutiae of spreadsheets and train timetables? Boutique Japan is hiring a…
Winter in Japan
Even if you don’t love cold weather, it’s hard to resist the magic of winter in Japan. It’s the coziest…
Places We Love: Kanazawa
In the heart of the beautiful Hokuriku region, on the coast of the Japan Sea, Kanazawa is one of Japan’s…
6 Reasons We Love Japan
To explain what I feel are the best things about Japan, I’ll begin with a brief story from an early…
Introduction to Osaka, Japan
The exuberant energy of Osaka, Japan, is a striking contrast to the traditional culture of Kyoto. These two Kansai neighbors…
Using Wi-Fi & Your Mobile Phone in Japan
Despite the fact that it’s a remarkably modern country, when it comes to Wi-Fi in Japan, staying connected is often…
Should You Get a Japan Rail Pass?
The Japan Rail Pass (or JR Pass, for short) can be a good way to get around Japan, but many…
30 Best Places to Visit in Japan
If you’re planning a trip to Japan, one of the most important, enjoyable, and challenging steps is deciding where in…
Introduction to Hakone, Japan
Hakone, in the shadow of Mount Fuji, is one of the greater Tokyo area’s most popular countryside escape destinations, thanks…
Introduction to Onomichi
The town of Onomichi, located in Japan’s charming Setouchi (Inland Sea) region, is a wonderful destination for travelers who love…
A Guide to Tipping in Japan
If you’re traveling to Japan from a country where tipping is common, you may find it pleasantly challenging to get…