The Boutique Japan Blog

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?…

Nara is a peaceful and welcoming city that boasts an impressive number of historically and culturally significant sites within its…

Fall is a wonderful time to be in Japan. In my book, autumn in Japan outshines spring (and cherry blossom…

Naoshima, commonly known as Japan’s art island, is a tiny island in the Seto Inland Sea, and one of our…

As you prepare for your trip, you’ve finally turned your attention to your Japan packing list. Fortunately, preparing for Japan…

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

When traveling in the Japanese countryside, there is perhaps no more immersive experience than staying at one of Japan’s best…