The Boutique Japan Blog

Matsuri, festivals in Japan, are often spectacular, filled with color, exuberance, and tradition. Japan has perhaps more unique festivals than…

Not yet! At the moment, Japan is still not open to general tourists, though despite the restrictions many travelers are…

The good news for travelers is that there is no single best time of year to travel to Japan —…

In Tokyo’s western suburbs you’ll find the one-of-a-kind Ghibli Museum — a fantastic and whimsical museum dedicated to the legendary…

Even if you don’t love cold weather, it’s hard to resist the magic of winter in Japan, the coziest time…

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

At Boutique Japan, our specialty is helping travelers who believe that travel is about unique experiences, not just sightseeing or…

The best hotels and ryokans in Japan range from charming traditional inns in the countryside, to stylish design hotels and…

The villages of Shirakawago and Gokayama have long been among the most photographed places in rural Japan, though they’ve become increasingly…

If you’re looking for the best ramen shop in all of Japan, you may be embarking on a lifelong quest.…

This food-loving country offers an amazing variety of culinary experiences, but there’s nothing quite like eating and drinking at an…

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