If you’re planning a short trip and have 5 days in Japan, here are some travel tips and suggestions to…
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.
Sample Trip: 9-Day Japan Itinerary
A unique 9-day Japan itinerary featuring Tokyo, Kyoto, and the beautiful Izu Peninsula in the Japanese countryside. Length Price Dates…
Japan’s Best Off-The-Beaten-Path Places
If you’re the type of traveler who seeks out unique, non-touristy places, this short list of our favorite off-the-beaten-path Japan…
Japanese Etiquette 101: Essential Tips & Taboos
If you’re traveling to Japan, it can be quite helpful to learn at least a few key points when it…
Best Japan Travel Guidebooks
To help in your Japan trip planning, and complement your online research, we’ve compiled a short list of the very…
Guide to Visiting Mount Koya (Koyasan)
The small mountaintop Buddhist community of Mount Koya (Koyasan) is one of Japan’s most magical, if increasingly popular, destinations and…
Money in Japan: Cash, Credit Cards, and ATMs
As you prepare for your Japan trip, you’re probably curious about money in Japan, how much yen you might need,…
Sushi Etiquette 101
If you’re planning on eating sushi during your trip to Japan, make sure to keep this simple but essential sushi…
Wi-Fi & Mobile in Japan
Despite the fact that it’s a remarkably modern country, when it comes to Wi-Fi in Japan staying connected is often…
Travel Insurance 101
Travel insurance is not a fun topic for most people, but it is important and we always recommend comprehensive trip…
Ryokans in Japan: Tradition & Luxury
When it comes to unique Japan experiences, there is perhaps no better way to immerse yourself in traditional Japanese culture…
Best Luxury Ryokans for a Short Japan Trip
When traveling in the Japanese countryside, there is perhaps no more immersive experience than staying at one of Japan’s best…