The Boutique Japan Blog

Thanks to years of planning Japan trips for our clients (and ourselves), we’ve amassed a wealth of invaluable experience and…

One of the most fun parts of traveling in Japan is undoubtedly the country’s amazing train network. The shinkansen (bullet…

The Japan Rail Pass (or JR Pass, for short) can be a good way to get around Japan, but many…

Kyoto is what many travelers envision when they think of Japan, but along with being the country’s spiritual heart and…

If you’re planning a trip to Japan, one of the most important, enjoyable, and challenging steps is deciding where in…

Hakone, in the shadow of Mount Fuji, is one of the greater Tokyo area’s most popular countryside escape destinations, thanks…

The town of Onomichi, located in Japan’s charming Setouchi (Inland Sea) region, is a wonderful destination for travelers who love…

You could spend a lifetime getting to know a megalopolis like Tokyo, and there are so many things you could…

Travel logistics can be one of the least enjoyable aspects of traveling, but thanks to its legendary convenience stores —…

If you’re traveling to Japan from a country where tipping is common, you may find it pleasantly challenging to get…

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…

One of the most common myths about Japan is that it’s incredibly pricey — but how expensive is Japan really?…